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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Bournemouth is to train and fly which takes 4h 35m and costs £100 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Bournemouth via Preston and Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Bournemouth?

The distance between Blackpool and Bournemouth is 295 miles. The road distance is 263.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Bournemouth without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 7h 5m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Blackpool to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Bournemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Bournemouth is to train via Stafford which takes 7h 5m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Blackpool to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Bournemouth train arrive?

Blackpool to Bournemouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Bournemouth is 264 miles. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Blackpool to Bournemouth.

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

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

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

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Staffordtrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
7h 5m
£116–190
Bus
cheapest
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 Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
8h 18m
£43–79
Drive 262.2 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Bournemouthcar 262.2 mi
5h
£66–95
Train, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
4h 35m
£102–240
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
7h 7m
£126–199
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus
6h 20m
£88–287

Blackpool to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 293.5 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Bournemouth via Preston and Stafford in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Bournemouth Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 8h 18m.

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