What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Widnes?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Widnes is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Widnes?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Widnes is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Widnes?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Widnes. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Kingsway Hotel via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Widnes?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Widnes. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Runcorn via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Widnes?

The distance between Blackpool and Widnes is 66 miles. The road distance is 48.4 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Widnes without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Widnes without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £25 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Widnes?

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Blackpool to Widnes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Widnes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Widnes train from?

Blackpool to Widnes train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Widnes?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Widnes is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Blackpool to Widnes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Widnes train arrive?

Blackpool to Widnes train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Widnes?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Widnes is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Blackpool to Widnes.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to Widnes?

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Where can I stay near Widnes?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street
1h 41m
£25–48
Drive 48.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Widnescar 48.2 mi
1h 10m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2h 48m
£16–38
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackpool to Widnestaxi 48.2 mi
1h 10m
£100–130
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Kingsway Hotelbus 61 / ...
2h 28m
£22–40

Blackpool to Widnes by train

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Distance: 65.2 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Widnes, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £9–22 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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