What is the cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Blackpool?

The cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Blackpool is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 9h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Blackpool?

The fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £60 - £230.

Is there a direct train between ExCeL London and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from ExCeL London station to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from West Silvertown DLR Station and arriving at Blackpool North via Bank station, London Euston and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from ExCeL London to Blackpool?

The distance between ExCeL London and Blackpool is 235 miles. The road distance is 241.5 miles.

How do I travel from ExCeL London to Blackpool without a car?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £60 - £230.

How long does it take to get from ExCeL London to Blackpool?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from ExCeL London to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the ExCeL London to Blackpool train from?

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

Train or bus from ExCeL London to Blackpool?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £60 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the ExCeL London to Blackpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from ExCeL London to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between ExCeL London to Blackpool is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from ExCeL London to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1768+ hotels available in Blackpool.

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

There are 9 ways to get from ExCeL London 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 40m
£62–227
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Station540 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool NorthManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
7h 54m
£20–72
Drive 240.1 mi
1. Drive from ExCeL London to Blackpool240.1 mi
4h 24m
£60–87
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 7m
£81–255
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 45m
£47–222
Bus
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus StationUk030
9h 1m
£22–43
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
6h 55m
£252–549
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo 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
6h 6m
£99–263
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 1m
£103–393

ExCeL London to Blackpool by foot, train, and subway

196Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.8 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between ExCeL London, England and Blackpool, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £55–210 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 6h.

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