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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Blackpool is to bus and line 68 bus which costs £16 - £29 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Blackpool is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Lode Lane and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Solihull and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Solihull to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Blackpool North via Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Solihull to Blackpool?

The distance between Solihull and Blackpool is 128 miles. The road distance is 129.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £21 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Solihull to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Blackpool bus from?

Solihull to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Blackpool train from?

Solihull to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Solihull to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £21 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £45 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Solihull to Blackpool bus arrive?

Solihull to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Solihull to Blackpool train arrive?

Solihull to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Solihull to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Blackpool is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Solihull to Blackpool.

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Solihull to Blackpool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 68 bus

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 34m
£22–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
5h 37m
£14–41
Drive 128.8 mi
1. Drive from Solihull to Blackpool128.8 mi
2h 28m
£33–47
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool NorthManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
4h 44m
£35–87
Bus, line 68 bus
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Street68
6h 43m
£16–29

Solihull to Blackpool by train and foot

79Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 127.2 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Preston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £15–80 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lode Lane to National Express Coach Facility via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 5h 37m.

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