What is the cheapest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool?

The cheapest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool is to bus and line 68 bus which costs £16 - £65 and takes 7h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool?

The fastest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Houghton-Le-Spring and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Houghton-Le-Spring and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Sunderland Interchange and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool?

The distance between Houghton-Le-Spring and Blackpool is 179 miles. The road distance is 118.3 miles.

How do I travel from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool without a car?

The best way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £25 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool bus from?

Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Train or bus from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £25 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £60 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool bus arrive?

Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to LeedsNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Blackpool NorthYork - Blackpool North / ...
4h 38m
£26–128
Bus, line 68 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Street68
7h 46m
£16–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Station172
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
7h 7m
£22–58
Drive 117.6 mi
1. Drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool117.6 mi
2h 23m
£30–43

Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool by bus and train

125Weekly Services

4h 38mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.9 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Houghton-Le-Spring, England and Blackpool, England?

You can take a bus from Houghton Le Spring to Blackpool North via Bus Station Stand E, Durham, and Leeds in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Houghton-Le-Spring to National Express Coach Facility via Sunderland Interchange and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 7h 7m.

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