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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Blackpool is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Blackpool is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Blackpool?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 53 Degrees and arriving at Health Centre. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Blackpool?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Blackpool North. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Preston to Blackpool?

The distance between Preston and Blackpool is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs .

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

The train from Preston to Blackpool North takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Preston to Blackpool bus from?

Preston to Blackpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria and North Lancashire, depart from 53 Degrees station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Blackpool train from?

Preston to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Rail, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Preston to Blackpool is to train which takes 22 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the Preston to Blackpool bus arrive?

Preston to Blackpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria and North Lancashire, arrive at Health Centre station.

Where does the Preston to Blackpool train arrive?

Preston to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Rail, arrive at Blackpool North station.

Can I drive from Preston to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Blackpool is 16 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Preston to Blackpool.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Preston to Blackpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Blackpool by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Blackpool Northtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
22 min
Drive 16.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Blackpoolcar 16.3 mi
26 min
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from 53 Degrees to Health Centrebus 61
1h 3m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Blackpooltaxi 16.3 mi
26 min
£40–50

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 17.3 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

Northern Rail operates a train from Preston to Blackpool North every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 22 min. Virgin West Coast Trains also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Stagecoach Cumbria and North Lancashire operates a bus from 53 Degrees to Health Centre hourly, and the journey takes 1h 3m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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