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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Blackpool is to bus and train which costs £29 - £80 and takes 9h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Blackpool is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £60 - £270.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Blackpool North via London Euston and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Brighton to Blackpool?

The distance between Brighton and Blackpool is 281 miles. The road distance is 289 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £60 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Brighton to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Blackpool bus from?

Brighton to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Blackpool train from?

Brighton to Blackpool train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Brighton to Blackpool is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £60 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Brighton to Blackpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Blackpool train arrive?

Brighton to Blackpool train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Blackpool is 289 miles. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Brighton to Blackpool.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Preston / ...
4h 37m
£60–265
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Manchester Airportbus Uk980
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North
9h 46m
£30–77
Drive 287.3 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Blackpoolcar 287.3 mi
5h 8m
£69–99
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
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 10m
£88–304
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
4. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
10h 10m
£38–100
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
6h 5m
£83–221
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 25m
£70–230
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain
7h 16m
£105–342

Brighton to Blackpool by train and foot

216Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 279 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Blackpool North via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Preston in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to National Express Coach Facility via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 10h 10m.

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