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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Blackpool is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Blackpool is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Chard and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Chard to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Essex Close and arriving at Blackpool via Blackbrook BP Garage, Bristol Bus Station and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chard and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Chard to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Blackpool North via Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Chard to Blackpool?

The distance between Chard and Blackpool is 275 miles. The road distance is 256.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Chard to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Blackpool bus from?

Chard to Blackpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Blackbrook BP Garage station.

Where do I catch the Chard to Blackpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Chard to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Chard to Blackpool is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 9h 50m.

Where does the Chard to Blackpool bus arrive?

Chard to Blackpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Chard to Blackpool train arrive?

Chard to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Chard to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Blackpool is 257 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Chard to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1868+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Chard to Blackpool - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Chard to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 57m
£104–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Blackpoolbus
9h 50m
£29–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 120 / ...
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
9h 44m
£49–90
Drive 255.2 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Blackpoolcar 255.2 mi
4h 27m
£64–92
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter Centraltrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
6h 48m
£108–267
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 59m
£108–181

Chard to Blackpool by bus and train

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Distance: 273.1 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Essex Close to Blackpool North via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essex Close to Blackpool via Ilminster Road Busway, Blackbrook BP Garage, Cabot Circus, Bristol Bus Station, and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 9h 50m.

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