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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Blackpool is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 8h 42m.

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 1m and costs £45 - £65.

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 Town Hall 2 and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Kingsway K14, Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

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 45m and costs £60 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m 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 45m and costs £60 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Pontypool to Blackpool bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Blackpool is 185 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Pontypool to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1763+ 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 CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 45m
£62–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Bus Station216 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
8h 42m
£27–61
Drive 183.6 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Blackpool183.6 mi
4h 1m
£46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool NorthManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
5h 37m
£45–130
Train via Liverpool
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool NorthLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North
7h
£66–112

Pontypool to Blackpool by bus and train

106Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pontypool to Blackpool.

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Distance: 191.7 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to National Express Coach Facility via Market Square 15A, Kingsway K14, Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Chorlton Street Coach Station, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 8h 42m.

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