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 £25 - £65 and takes 8h 17m.

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 43m and costs £65 - £260.

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 Heathrow Terminal 5 and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

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 43m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Blackpool?

The distance between Gatwick and Blackpool is 256 miles. The road distance is 259.8 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 43m and costs £65 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m 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 FlixBus, 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 43m and costs £65 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Gatwick to Blackpool bus arrive?

Gatwick to Blackpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 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 39m to drive from Gatwick to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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

There are 7 ways to get from Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport to London VictoriaLittlehampton - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to PrestonLondon Euston - Preston / ...
3h 43m
£68–258
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
8h 17m
£26–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Station802
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
8h 5m
£43–101
Drive 258.3 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Blackpool258.3 mi
4h 39m
£63–91
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)LGW - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
5h 55m
£67–212
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
5h 13m
£74–247
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 50m
£106–257

Gatwick to Blackpool by train and subway

225Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 254.3 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to National Express Coach Facility via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 8h 5m.

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