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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Blackpool is to bus which costs £35 - £120 and takes 9h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Blackpool is to train and fly which takes 4h 36m and costs £80 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Blackpool North via Wolverhampton and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Blackpool?

The distance between Bournemouth and Blackpool is 295 miles. The road distance is 264.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Blackpool without a car is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 6h 11m and costs £50 - £390.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Bournemouth to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Blackpool bus from?

Bournemouth to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Blackpool train from?

Bournemouth to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Blackpool is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 6h 11m and costs £50 - £390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 9h 52m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Blackpool bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Blackpool train arrive?

Bournemouth to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Blackpool is 265 miles. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Bournemouth to Blackpool.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Blackpool?

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Bournemouth to Blackpool - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Bournemouth to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Wolverhampton
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Wolverhamptontrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Prestontrain Rugby - Preston / ...
6h 11m
£54–388
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
9h 52m
£35–116
Drive 263.3 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Blackpoolcar 263.3 mi
5h
£65–93
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
4h 36m
£82–188
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
6h 28m
£43–418
Train via Liverpool
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Wolverhamptontrain
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 24m
£50–414
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
6h 4m
£73–261
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain
6h 59m
£105–332

Bournemouth to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 293.5 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Blackpool North via Wolverhampton and Preston in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to National Express Coach Facility via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 52m.

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