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

The cheapest way to get from Downpatrick to Blackpool is to car ferry and train which costs £50 - £110 and takes 13h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Downpatrick to Blackpool is to drive and car ferry which takes 6h 41m and costs £80 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Downpatrick and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Downpatrick to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Buchanan Street via Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 56m.

How far is it from Downpatrick to Blackpool?

The distance between Downpatrick and Blackpool is 254 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downpatrick to Blackpool without a car is to car ferry and bus and train which takes 12h 17m and costs £65 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Downpatrick to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downpatrick to Blackpool bus from?

Downpatrick to Blackpool bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where does the Downpatrick to Blackpool bus arrive?

Downpatrick to Blackpool bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1646+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Downpatrick to Blackpool - 10 ways to travel via train, line 215 bus, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Downpatrick to Blackpool by bus, plane, train, car ferry, busferry, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 215 bus to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
best
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bedford Street
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BHD - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
5h 18m
Car ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool NorthLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North
13h 59m
£51–105
Car ferry, bus, train
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
2. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
12h 17m
£68–294
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
13h 56m
Line 215 bus to Belfast International Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bedford Street
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BFS - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
5h 46m
Line 215 bus to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bedford Street
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Liverpool (LPL)BHD - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
5h 47m
Line 215 bus to Belfast International Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bedford Street
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Liverpool (LPL)BFS - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
6h 19m
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)BHD - LBA
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Blackpool North
6h 55m
£62–227
Bus, bus to Dublin Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Downpatrick Bus Station to Newry Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Dublin Airport T2
3. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Liverpool (LPL)DUB - LPL
4. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
7h 35m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Downpatrick to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
3. Drive from Cairnryan to Blackpool
6h 41m
£81–244

Downpatrick to Blackpool by bus, car ferry, foot, and train

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12h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 253 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Downpatrick, Northern Ireland and Blackpool, England?

There is no direct connection from Downpatrick to Blackpool. However, you can take the line 215 bus to Bedford Street, walk to Wellington Place, take the line 600 bus to George Best Belfast City Airport, walk to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) airport, fly to Manchester Airport (MAN), walk to Manchester Airport, then take the train to Blackpool North. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Blackpool North via Bedford Street, Upper Queen Street, Stena Line terminus, Belfast, Cairnryan, Stena Terminal, Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 12h 17m.

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