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

The cheapest way to get from Birkdale to Blackpool is to bus and line 61 bus which costs £7 - £9 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birkdale to Blackpool is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Birkdale and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Birkdale to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Selworthy Road and arriving at Buchanan Street via Southport Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Birkdale and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Birkdale to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Hillside and arriving at Blackpool North via Southport and Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Birkdale to Blackpool?

The distance between Birkdale and Blackpool is 52 miles. The road distance is 34.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birkdale to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £18 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Birkdale to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birkdale to Blackpool bus from?

Birkdale to Blackpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Southport Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Birkdale to Blackpool train from?

Birkdale to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Southport station.

Train or bus from Birkdale to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Birkdale to Blackpool is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 61 bus, which costs £7 - £9 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Birkdale to Blackpool bus arrive?

Birkdale to Blackpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Birkdale to Blackpool train arrive?

Birkdale to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan Wallgate station.

Can I drive from Birkdale to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkdale to Blackpool is 34 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Birkdale to Blackpool.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Wigan Wallgatetrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Blackpool Northtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2h 29m
£18–38
Bus, line 61 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southport Interchange to Bus Stationbus X2
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Streetbus 61
2h 36m
£8–9
Drive 34.1 mi
1. Drive from Birkdale to Blackpoolcar 34.1 mi
56 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkdale to Blackpooltaxi 34.1 mi
56 min
£75–90
Bus, line 68 bus
1. Take the bus from Southport Interchange to Bus Stationbus X2
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Streetbus 68
2h 51m
£8–9

Birkdale to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 51.7 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Birkdale, Sefton, England and Blackpool, England?

You can take a train from Hillside to Blackpool North via Southport, Wigan Wallgate, and Wigan North Western in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Selworthy Road to Buchanan Street via Southport Interchange and Bus Station in around 2h 36m.

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