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

The cheapest way to get from Newtownards to Blackpool is to fly and train which costs £40 - £150 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtownards to Blackpool is to fly and train which takes 4h 54m and costs £45 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Newtownards and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtownards to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Gibson's Lane and arriving at Buchanan Street via T & G Transport House, Belfast Stena Line Terminus, Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 40m.

How far is it from Newtownards to Blackpool?

The distance between Newtownards and Blackpool is 243 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newtownards to Blackpool without a car is to car ferry and train via Glasgow which takes 10h 27m and costs £100 - £370.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Newtownards to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newtownards to Blackpool bus from?

Newtownards to Blackpool bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Stena Line Terminus station.

Where does the Newtownards to Blackpool bus arrive?

Newtownards to Blackpool bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1771+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Newtownards to Blackpool - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, and car ferry

There are 9 ways to get from Newtownards to Blackpool by plane, train, car ferry, busferry, 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.

Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Manchester Airport, train
best
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BHD - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
4h 54m
£46–197
Fly Belfast International Airport to Manchester Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BFS - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
5h 30m
£40–147
Car ferry, train via Glasgow
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
2. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
10h 27m
£107–363
Car ferry, train
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool NorthLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North
13h 36m
£51–105
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Belfast Stena Line Terminus to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
13h 40m
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Liverpool (LPL)BHD - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
5h 21m
£48–249
Line 505 bus to Belfast International Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to Donegall Square West
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Liverpool (LPL)BFS - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
6h 2m
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)BHD - LBA
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Blackpool North
6h 55m
£62–237
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
2. Drive from Cairnryan to Blackpool
6h 26m
£78–240

Newtownards to Blackpool by bus, car ferry, foot, and train

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13h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 241.4 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Newtownards, Northern Ireland and Blackpool, England?

There is no direct connection from Newtownards to Blackpool. However, you can take the line 5 bus to Laganside Bus Station, walk to Queens Square, take the line 600 bus to George Best Belfast City Airport, walk to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) airport, fly to Manchester Airport (MAN), walk to Manchester Airport, then take the train to Blackpool North. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Newtownards to Blackpool North via Belfast, Cairnryan, Stena Terminal, Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 10h 27m.

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