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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Blackpool is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Blackpool is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Park Road and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Kingsway K14 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Blackpool?

The distance between Pontypool and Blackpool is 193 miles. The road distance is 184.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Blackpool without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 47m and costs £70 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Pontypool to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Blackpool bus from?

Pontypool to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Kingsway K14 station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Blackpool is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 47m and costs £70 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 8h 56m.

Where does the Pontypool to Blackpool bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Blackpool is 185 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Pontypool to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1796+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Pontypool to Blackpool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Pontypool 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 via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain Rugby - Preston / ...
4h 47m
£71–190
Drive 183.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Blackpoolcar 183.6 mi
4h 2m
£46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
8h 56m
£47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
5h 40m
£66–100
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Blackpoolbus Uk026
9h 46m
£61–157

Pontypool to Blackpool by bus and train

121Weekly Services

4h 47mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pontypool to Blackpool.

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Distance: 191.7 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Blackpool, England?

You can take a bus from Town Hall 4 to Blackpool North via Trussel Road, Cwmbran, Crewe, and Preston in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Road to National Express Coach Facility via Market Square 15A, Kingsway K14, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 56m.

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