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

The cheapest way to get from Rhondda to Blackpool is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 10h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhondda to Blackpool is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Rhondda and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhondda to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Penuel and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Sophia Gardens and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Rhondda and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Rhondda to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Ystrad Rhondda and arriving at Blackpool North via Cardiff Central, Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Rhondda to Blackpool?

The distance between Rhondda and Blackpool is 227 miles. The road distance is 201.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhondda to Blackpool without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 59m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Rhondda to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhondda to Blackpool bus from?

Rhondda to Blackpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Penuel station.

Where do I catch the Rhondda to Blackpool train from?

Rhondda to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Rhondda to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Rhondda to Blackpool is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 59m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 10h 36m.

Where does the Rhondda to Blackpool bus arrive?

Rhondda to Blackpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Rhondda to Blackpool train arrive?

Rhondda to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Rhondda to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhondda to Blackpool is 202 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Rhondda to Blackpool.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rhondda to Blackpool by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 59m
£75–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferndale Hotel to Greyfriars Road GFbus 132
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
4. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Blackpoolbus
10h 51m
£32–55
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Penuel to Sophia Gardensbus 124
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
10h 36m
£54–125
Drive 200.5 mi
1. Drive from Rhondda to Blackpoolcar 200.5 mi
4h 24m
£50–71
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
6h 45m
£85–157

Rhondda to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 225.4 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a train from Ystrad Rhondda to Blackpool North via Cardiff Central, Crewe, and Preston in around 5h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penuel to National Express Coach Facility via Sophia Gardens and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 36m.

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