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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Blackpool is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Blackpool is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Blackpool North via Shrewsbury, Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Blackpool?

The distance between Welshpool and Blackpool is 121 miles. The road distance is 109.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Welshpool to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Blackpool train from?

Welshpool to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Where does the Welshpool to Blackpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Welshpool to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Blackpool is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Welshpool to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1747+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Welshpool to Blackpool - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Welshpool to Blackpool by train, car, or bus

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 Shrewsbury to Crewetrain Shrewsbury - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 22m
£37–122
Drive 108.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool to Blackpoolcar 108.7 mi
2h 13m
£27–39
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand D to Bus Stationbus X75
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain
4h 26m
£30–84
Bus, train via Chester
1. Take the bus from Church Bank to Bus Stationbus X75
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
5h 18m

Welshpool to Blackpool by train

85Weekly Trains

3h 22mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Welshpool to Blackpool.

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Distance: 120.1 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Welshpool to Blackpool North via Shrewsbury, Crewe, and Preston in around 3h 22m.

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