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

The cheapest way to get from Shildon to Blackpool is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shildon to Blackpool is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Shildon and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Shildon to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Terrace - West and arriving at Abingdon Street via Newgate Street - Medical Centre, Galgate - Stand B, Blackhall Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Shildon and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Shildon to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Shildon and arriving at Blackpool North via Darlington and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Shildon to Blackpool?

The distance between Shildon and Blackpool is 157 miles. The road distance is 101.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shildon to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Shildon to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shildon to Blackpool bus from?

Shildon to Blackpool bus services, operated by Kirkby Lonsdale Coaches, depart from Galgate - Stand B station.

Where do I catch the Shildon to Blackpool train from?

Shildon to Blackpool train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Shildon to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Shildon to Blackpool is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Shildon to Blackpool bus arrive?

Shildon to Blackpool bus services, operated by Kirkby Lonsdale Coaches, arrive at Blackhall Road station.

Where does the Shildon to Blackpool train arrive?

Shildon to Blackpool train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Shildon to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Shildon to Blackpool is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Shildon to Blackpool.

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

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Shildon to Blackpool - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Shildon to Blackpool by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Blackpool Northtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
4h 20m
£57–116
Drive 100.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shildon to Blackpoolcar 100.5 mi
2h 5m
£25–36
Bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Stand B to Blackhall Roadbus 572
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Bus Stationbus 555
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Abingdon Streetbus 42
8h 27m

Shildon to Blackpool by train

110Weekly Trains

4h 20mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.3 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Shildon to Blackpool North via Darlington and Leeds in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terrace - West to Abingdon Street via Railway Station bus stop, Newgate Street - Medical Centre, Galgate - Stand B, Blackhall Road, and Bus Station in around 8h 27m.

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