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 £25 - £40 and takes 2h 3m.

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 3m and costs £25 - £40.

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 St Johns Church and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Dolphin Centre and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

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 19m.

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 19m and costs £23 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m 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 National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre 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 19m and costs £23 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £55 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Shildon to Blackpool bus arrive?

Shildon to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach 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 3m to drive from Shildon to Blackpool.

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

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Shildon to Blackpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 68 bus

There are 4 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 LeedsNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Blackpool NorthYork - Blackpool North / ...
4h 19m
£23–120
Bus, line 68 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Street68
8h 32m
£20–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Station177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
6h 51m
£21–53
Drive 100.5 mi
1. Drive from Shildon to Blackpool100.5 mi
2h 3m
£26–37

Shildon to Blackpool by train

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 156.3 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Johns Church to National Express Coach Facility via Tubwell Row, Dolphin Centre, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 6h 51m.

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