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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Blackpool is to rideshare which costs £4 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Blackpool is to drive which takes 1h and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Blackpool?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at National Express Coach Facility. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Blackpool?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Blackpool North. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Manchester to Blackpool?

The distance between Manchester and Blackpool is 48 miles. The road distance is 50.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £7 - £25.

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

The train from Manchester Oxford Road to Blackpool North takes 1h 19m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Blackpool bus from?

Manchester to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Blackpool train from?

Manchester to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Manchester to Blackpool is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £7 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £15 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Manchester to Blackpool bus arrive?

Manchester to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at National Express Coach Facility station.

Where does the Manchester to Blackpool train arrive?

Manchester to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackpool North station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Blackpool is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Manchester to Blackpool.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1646+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Blackpool?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester and Blackpool. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Manchester to Blackpool - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Blackpool by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Manchester Oxford Road to Blackpool NorthManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 19m
£7–25
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Blackpool49 mi
1h 18m
£4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
1h 20m
£5–15
Bus, line 68 bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Street68
2h 42m
£8–16
Drive 50.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Blackpool50.5 mi
1h
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Blackpool50.5 mi
1h
£110–130

Manchester to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 47.9 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Blackpool North hourly. Tickets cost £7–25 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility 4 times a day. Tickets cost £5–15 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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