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 train which takes 22 min and costs £3 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Blackpool?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 53 Degrees and arriving at Buchanan Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

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 £3 - £11.

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 Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from 53 Degrees station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Blackpool train from?

Preston to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, 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 £3 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £12 and takes 1h 8m.

Where does the Preston to Blackpool bus arrive?

Preston to Blackpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Buchanan Street station.

Where does the Preston to Blackpool train arrive?

Preston to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, 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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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 NorthLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
22 min
£3–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 53 Degrees to Buchanan Street61
1h 8m
£2–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Blackpool16.3 mi
26 min
£40–50
Drive 16.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Blackpool16.3 mi
26 min
£5–6

Preston to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 17.3 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Blackpool North every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–11 and the journey takes 22 min. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from 53 Degrees to Buchanan Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 8m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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