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

The cheapest way to get from Shanklin to Blackpool is to ferry and train via Stafford which costs £65 - £130 and takes 9h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shanklin to Blackpool is to ferry and fly and train which takes 6h 49m and costs £100 - £240.

How far is it from Shanklin to Blackpool?

The distance between Shanklin and Blackpool is 296 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shanklin to Blackpool without a car is to ferry and train via Stafford which takes 9h 1m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 9h 1m to get from Shanklin to Blackpool, including transfers.

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Shanklin to Blackpool - 7 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Shanklin to Blackpool by ferry, train, bus, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, train via Stafford
best
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier
2. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Winchester
3. Take the train from Winchester to Stafford
4. Take the train from Stafford to Preston
9h 1m
£69–124
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier
2. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Winchester
3. Take the train from Winchester to Manchester Piccadilly
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool North
9h 17m
£65–239
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Hoverport to Southsea Hoverport
2. Take the bus from International Port Coach Stop to Heathrow Terminal 5030
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Station802
4. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
10h 56m
£79–150
Ferry to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
6h 49m
£101–234
Ferry, train via Newport
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier
2. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadilly
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool North
10h 40m
£132–242
Ferry, bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier
2. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
7h 44m
£96–289
Ferry to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Preston
9h 19m
£143–382

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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Distance: 294 mi
Duration: 9h 1m

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

There is no direct connection from Shanklin to Blackpool. However, you can take the train to Ryde Pier Head, walk to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier, walk to Portsmouth Harbour, take the train to Winchester, take the train to Stafford, take the train to Preston, then take the train to Blackpool North. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shanklin Bus Station to National Express Coach Facility via Transport Interchange, Ryde Hoverport, Southsea Hoverport, International Port Coach Stop, Heathrow Terminal 5, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 10h 56m.

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