What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to West Midlands?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to West Midlands is to bus which costs £18 - £26 and takes 5h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to West Midlands?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to West Midlands is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Crocketts Lane via Manchester Central Coach Station and Markets. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Smethwick Rolfe Street via Preston and Sandwell & Dudley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Blackpool to West Midlands?

The distance between Blackpool and West Midlands is 117 miles. The road distance is 118.7 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to West Midlands without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to West Midlands without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £14 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to West Midlands?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Blackpool to West Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to West Midlands bus from?

Blackpool to West Midlands bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to West Midlands train from?

Blackpool to West Midlands train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to West Midlands?

The best way to get from Blackpool to West Midlands is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £14 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £14 - £40 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Blackpool to West Midlands bus arrive?

Blackpool to West Midlands bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to West Midlands train arrive?

Blackpool to West Midlands train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Sandwell & Dudley station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to West Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to West Midlands is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Blackpool to West Midlands.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to West Midlands?

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Where can I stay near West Midlands?

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Blackpool to West Midlands - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to West Midlands by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Sandwell & Dudleytrain Preston - Rugby / ...
3h 14m
£14–92
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
4h 51m
£14–37
Drive 118 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to West Midlandscar 118 mi
2h 9m
£29–42
Train via Liverpool
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Smethwick Galton Bridgetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 37m
£19–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Blackpool to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk026
5h 36m
£18–25

Blackpool to West Midlands by train

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Distance: 116.8 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and West Midlands, Sandwell, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Sandwell & Dudley hourly. Tickets cost £11–80 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Crocketts Lane via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Markets in around 4h 51m.

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