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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Birmingham is to bus which costs £16 - £65 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Birmingham?

The distance between Blackpool and Birmingham is 121 miles. The road distance is 121.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Blackpool to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Birmingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Birmingham train from?

Blackpool to Birmingham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Birmingham is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £65 and takes 4h.

Where does the Blackpool to Birmingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Birmingham is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Blackpool to Birmingham.

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

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

Book your Blackpool to Birmingham bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Blackpool to Birmingham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Blackpool to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 1m
£41–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
4h
£16–65
Drive 121 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Birminghamcar 121 mi
2h 17m
£30–43
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 15m
£48–100
Train via Liverpool
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 53m
£49–110
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
4h 19m
£25–62

Blackpool to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 120.2 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 4h. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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