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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Blackpool is to bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Blackpool is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Racecourse and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Blackpool North via Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Blackpool?

The distance between Cheltenham and Blackpool is 166 miles. The road distance is 166.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Blackpool without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 41m and costs £27 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Cheltenham to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Blackpool bus from?

Cheltenham to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cheltenham Racecourse station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Blackpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Blackpool is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 41m and costs £27 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Blackpool bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Blackpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Blackpool is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Cheltenham to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Cheltenham to Blackpool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 68 bus

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stockport / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 41m
£28–129
Train, bus, line 68 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Streetbus 68
6h 57m
£23–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cf8
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
5h 35m
£27–45
Drive 165.8 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Blackpoolcar 165.8 mi
2h 56m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
4h 3m
£29–206

Cheltenham to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 165.3 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Blackpool North via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to National Express Coach Facility via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 5h 35m.

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