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

The cheapest way to get from Minehead to Blackpool is to bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 12h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Minehead to Blackpool is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Minehead and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Minehead to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Bancks Street and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Lethbridge Arms, County Hall, Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Minehead and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Minehead to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Blackpool North via Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Minehead to Blackpool?

The distance between Minehead and Blackpool is 282 miles. The road distance is 260.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Minehead to Blackpool without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 42m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 42m to get from Minehead to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Minehead to Blackpool bus from?

Minehead to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from County Hall station.

Where do I catch the Minehead to Blackpool train from?

Minehead to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Minehead to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Minehead to Blackpool is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 42m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 12h 37m.

Where does the Minehead to Blackpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Minehead to Blackpool train arrive?

Minehead to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Minehead to Blackpool?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Minehead to Blackpool - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Minehead to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 42m
£100–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 105 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
12h 37m
£49–85
Drive 258.8 mi
1. Drive from Minehead to Blackpoolcar 258.8 mi
4h 42m
£65–93
Drive to Cardiff Airport, fly, train
1. Drive from Minehead to Cardiff Airport (CWL)car
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane CWL - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 55m
£109–229
Drive, train
1. Drive from Minehead to Rhoosecar
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
7h 48m
£86–157
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Paignton - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
8h 36m
£116–176
Train via Liverpool
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
9h 13m
£102–200
Train to Bristol Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
9h 43m
£94–238

Minehead to Blackpool by bus and train

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Distance: 280.8 mi
Duration: 7h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Bancks Street to Blackpool North via Lethbridge Arms, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 7h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bancks Street to National Express Coach Facility via Lethbridge Arms, Castle Way, County Hall, Birmingham Coach Station, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 12h 37m.

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