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

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Blackpool is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 9h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bath to Blackpool is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Bath to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Blackpool North via Bristol Temple Meads, Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Bath to Blackpool?

The distance between Bath and Blackpool is 222 miles. The road distance is 210.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bath to Blackpool without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 8m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Bath to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Blackpool bus from?

Bath to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bath to Blackpool train from?

Bath to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bath to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Bath to Blackpool is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 8m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Bath to Blackpool bus arrive?

Bath to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bath to Blackpool train arrive?

Bath to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bath to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Blackpool is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Bath to Blackpool.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bath to Blackpool?

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Bath to Blackpool - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Bath and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Bath to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Westgate Buildings and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

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There are 8 ways to get from Bath to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 8m
£91–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Blackpoolbus Uk026
9h 54m
£25–43
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
8h 34m
£45–117
Drive 209.4 mi
1. Drive from Bath to Blackpoolcar 209.4 mi
3h 53m
£51–74
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
5h 43m
£124–264
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
5h 54m
£114–174
Fly Bristol Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 15m
£74–180
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
5h 39m
£132–408

Bath to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 221 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Bath Spa to Blackpool North via Bristol Temple Meads, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate Buildings to National Express Coach Facility via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 8h 34m.

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