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 5h.

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 31m and costs £100 - £220.

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 Birmingham New Street 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 Birmingham which takes 6h 12m and costs £130 - £210.

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 Birmingham New Street 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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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1048+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Bournemouth to Blackpool - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Blackpool by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 12m
£133–202
Drive 263.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Blackpoolcar 263.3 mi
5h
£65–94
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, 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 31m
£100–214
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 29m
£153–224
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly, 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
5h 54m
£90–277

Bournemouth to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 293.5 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 Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 6h 12m.

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