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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Cardigan is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Cardigan is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Finch Square C via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Fishguard & Goodwick via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 43m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Cardigan?

The distance between Blackpool and Cardigan is 230 miles. The road distance is 183.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus via Crewe which takes 8h 44m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 8h 44m to get from Blackpool to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Cardigan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Cardigan train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Cardigan is to bus which takes 11h 43m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £110 - £230 and takes 9h 43m.

Where does the Blackpool to Cardigan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Cardigan train arrive?

Blackpool to Cardigan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Cardigan is 184 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Blackpool to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 882+ hotels available in Cardigan.

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

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

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Train, bus via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
8h 44m
£61–133
Drive 182.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Cardigancar 182.5 mi
4h 33m
£45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
11h 43m
£56–133
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
9h 8m
£79–146
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Fishguard & Goodwicktrain Manchester Piccadilly - Fishguard Harbour
9h 43m
£116–226
Train, bus via Bangor
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Colwyn Baytrain
3. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
12h 27m
£68–121

Blackpool to Cardigan by train and bus

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8h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228.3 mi
Duration: 8h 44m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Cardigan, Wales?

You can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Finch Square C via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 11h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Blackpool North to Ship Inn via Preston, Crewe, Fishguard & Goodwick, and Fishguard & Goodwick Station in around 9h 43m.

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