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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Blackpool is to bus via Birmingham which costs £30 - £60 and takes 10h 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 39m and costs £60 - £260.

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 Terminal 5 and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.

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 39m.

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 39m and costs £60 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m 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 39m and costs £60 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 9h 3m.

Where does the Brighton to Blackpool bus arrive?

Brighton to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 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 4m 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 - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Brighton to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Brighton to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to PrestonLondon Euston - Preston / ...
4h 39m
£63–255
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Newhall StUk920
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus StationUk030
10h 46m
£31–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Terminal 5025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Station802
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
9h 3m
£42–103
Drive 287.3 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Blackpool287.3 mi
5h 4m
£72–104
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
6h 8m
£93–313
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool North
5h 45m
£53–249
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
6h 1m
£92–218
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)LGW - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
7h 27m
£79–242
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Preston
7h 12m
£73–276

Brighton to Blackpool by train and foot

196Weekly Services

4h 39mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.9 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to National Express Coach Facility via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 9h 3m.

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