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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Blackpool is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 57m.

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 30m and costs £80 - £210.

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 Stafford and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

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 Stafford which takes 6h 12m and costs £120 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Bournemouth to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Blackpool train from?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Blackpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Blackpool is 265 miles. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Bournemouth to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1757+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Bournemouth to Blackpool - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Bournemouth to Blackpool by train, car, plane, or bus

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

Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to StaffordBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 12m
£127–328
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool NorthManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
6h 27m
£42–419
Drive 263.3 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Blackpool263.3 mi
4h 57m
£65–94
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
4h 30m
£82–204
Train via Liverpool
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Wolverhampton
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Liverpool Lime Street
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
7h 24m
£47–288
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
6h 3m
£75–284
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Preston
7h
£120–353

Bournemouth to Blackpool by train

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6h 12mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Bournemouth to Blackpool.

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Distance: 293.4 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Blackpool North via Stafford and Preston in around 6h 12m.

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