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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Blackpool is to train which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Blackpool is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Blackpool?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at National Express Coach Facility. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Blackpool?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bolton and arriving at Blackpool North. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Bolton to Blackpool?

The distance between Bolton and Blackpool is 38 miles. The road distance is 37.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £7 - £10.

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

The train from Bolton to Blackpool North takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Blackpool bus from?

Bolton to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Blackpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Bolton to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Bolton to Blackpool is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £7 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Bolton to Blackpool bus arrive?

Bolton to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at National Express Coach Facility station.

Where does the Bolton to Blackpool train arrive?

Bolton to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackpool North station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Blackpool is 38 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Bolton to Blackpool.

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

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Bolton to Blackpool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Bolton to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 3m
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to National Express Coach Facilitybus 424
1h 15m
£15–22
Drive 37.7 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Blackpoolcar 37.7 mi
48 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Blackpooltaxi 37.7 mi
48 min
£80–100
Line 125 bus, line 68 bus
1. Take the bus from Noel Street to Bus Stationbus 125
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Streetbus 68
3h 26m
£8–11

Bolton to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 37.4 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bolton to Blackpool North hourly. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bolton Interchange to National Express Coach Facility once daily. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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