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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Blackpool is to bus which costs £25 - £60 and takes 9h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £60 - £250.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Blackpool North via London Euston and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Croydon to Blackpool?

The distance between Croydon and Blackpool is 240 miles. The road distance is 246.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £60 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Croydon to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Blackpool train from?

Croydon to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train or bus from Croydon to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Croydon to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £60 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £22 - £75 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Croydon to Blackpool train arrive?

Croydon to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Blackpool is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Croydon to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Croydon to Blackpool - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Croydon 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 London Euston to PrestonLondon Euston - Preston / ...
3h 46m
£62–242
Bus via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Station540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
7h 42m
£22–71
Drive 244.9 mi
1. Drive from Croydon to Blackpool244.9 mi
4h 30m
£62–89
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
5h 16m
£89–264
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester PiccadillyLondon Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool NorthManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
4h 52m
£52–228
Bus
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus StationUk030
9h 34m
£25–56
Fly London City Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)LCY - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
7h 25m
£240–487
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
5h 51m
£97–240
Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
6h 27m
£111–451

Croydon to Blackpool by train and foot

196Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £50–220 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from East Croydon to National Express Coach Facility via London Victoria, London Victoria, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 7h 42m.

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