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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Blackpool is to bus and train which costs £45 - £90 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £85 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Blackpool North via Victoria station, London Euston and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Blackpool?

The distance between Gatwick and Blackpool is 256 miles. The road distance is 260.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Gatwick to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Blackpool bus from?

Gatwick to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Blackpool train from?

Gatwick to Blackpool train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 8h 58m.

Where does the Gatwick to Blackpool bus arrive?

Gatwick to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Gatwick to Blackpool train arrive?

Gatwick to Blackpool train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Blackpool is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Gatwick to Blackpool.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gatwick to Blackpool?

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Gatwick to Blackpool - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Gatwick to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 45m
£87–181
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Manchester Airportbus Uk980
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North
7h 42m
£48–86
Drive 258.7 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Blackpoolcar 258.7 mi
4h 42m
£63–91
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
5h 2m
£77–292
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
8h 58m
£55–137
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
6h 55m
£86–184
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
6h 10m
£134–294

Gatwick to Blackpool by train and subway

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3h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 254.3 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Blackpool North via London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, London Euston, and Preston in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to National Express Coach Facility via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 8h 58m.

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