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

The cheapest way to get from Eccles to Blackpool is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Eccles to Blackpool is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Eccles and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Eccles to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Eccles Interchange and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Eccles to Blackpool?

The distance between Eccles and Blackpool is 50 miles. The road distance is 48.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eccles to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £7 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Eccles to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eccles to Blackpool bus from?

Eccles to Blackpool bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Eccles Interchange station.

Train or bus from Eccles to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Eccles to Blackpool is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £7 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 33 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the Eccles to Blackpool bus arrive?

Eccles to Blackpool bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Can I drive from Eccles to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Eccles to Blackpool is 49 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Eccles to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1756+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Eccles to Blackpool - 5 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, car, and taxi

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

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 Salford Crescent to Blackpool NorthManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 51m
£7–25
Line 20 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Eccles Interchange to Bolton Interchange20 / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Blackpool NorthManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
2h 33m
Drive 48.3 mi
1. Drive from Eccles to Blackpool48.3 mi
49 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Eccles to Blackpool48.3 mi
49 min
£100–130
Line 33 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Eccles Interchange to Piccadilly Gardens33
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
2h 58m

Eccles to Blackpool by bus and train

247Weekly Services

1h 51mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Eccles to Blackpool.

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Distance: 50.2 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Eccles, Salford, England and Blackpool, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Salford Crescent to Blackpool North hourly. Tickets cost £7–25 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Eccles Interchange to National Express Coach Facility via Piccadilly Gardens and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 2h 58m.

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