What is the cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Wales is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 7h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackburn to Wales?

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Wales is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Wales. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus station and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Wales. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Wales?

The distance between Blackburn and Wales is 202 miles. The road distance is 193.8 miles.

How do I travel from Blackburn to Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Wales without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 2m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Blackburn to Wales?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Blackburn to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Wales bus from?

Blackburn to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Wales train from?

Blackburn to Wales train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackburn to Wales?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Wales is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 2m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Blackburn to Wales bus arrive?

Blackburn to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Blackburn to Wales train arrive?

Blackburn to Wales train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Wales is 194 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Blackburn to Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackburn to Wales?

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackburn to Wales by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 2m
£69–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
7h 2m
£35–85
Drive 192.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackburn to Cardiffcar 192.7 mi
4h 8m
£47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 5m
£76–140
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 10m
£75–119

Blackburn to Wales by train

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Distance: 200.6 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Blackburn, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Blackburn to Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe in around 5h 2m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once daily. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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