What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse is to bus which costs £6 - £12 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Aintree Racecourse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Aintree Racecourse. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Aintree Racecourse?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Aintree via Preston and Ormskirk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse?

The distance between Blackpool and Aintree Racecourse is 43 miles. The road distance is 40.4 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse without a car is to bus which takes 1h 21m and costs £6 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse?

The bus from National Express Coach Facility to Aintree Racecourse takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse bus from?

Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse train from?

Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse is to bus which takes 1h 21m and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £30 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse bus arrive?

Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aintree Racecourse station.

Where does the Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse train arrive?

Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse is 40 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse.

Where can I stay near Aintree Racecourse?

There are 2526+ hotels available in Aintree Racecourse.

Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Blackpool to Aintree Racecourse by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Aintree Racecoursebus Gn1
1h 21m
£6–12
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Ormskirktrain
3. Take the train from Ormskirk to Aintreetrain
2h 32m
£15–29
Drive 40.2 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Aintree Racecoursecar 40.2 mi
1h 5m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackpool to Aintree Racecoursetaxi 40.2 mi
1h 5m
£170–210

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Distance: 43.2 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Aintree Racecourse, England?

National Express operates a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Aintree Racecourse once a week. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Blackpool North to Aintree Racecourse via Preston, Ormskirk, and Aintree in around 2h 32m.

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