What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool is to bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 5h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham New Street Station and Blackpool?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and arriving at Blackpool. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham New Street Station and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Blackpool North via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool?

The distance between Birmingham New Street Station and Blackpool is 121 miles. The road distance is 122.9 miles.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool train arrive?

Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool?

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 20m
£43–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Blackpoolbus Uk026
5h 6m
£15–25
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
4h 44m
£26–64
Drive 122.1 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpoolcar 122.1 mi
2h 16m
£30–43
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
3h 17m
£52–97

Birmingham New Street Station to Blackpool by foot and train

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Distance: 120.5 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Birmingham New Street Station, England and Blackpool, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Birmingham New Street Station to National Express Coach Facility via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 4h 44m.

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