What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Castle Donington?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Castle Donington is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Castle Donington?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Castle Donington is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Castle Donington?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Castle Donington station. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Castle Donington?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Castle Donington. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Long Eaton via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Castle Donington?

The distance between Blackpool and Castle Donington is 131 miles. The road distance is 121.6 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Castle Donington without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Castle Donington without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 21m and costs £40 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Castle Donington?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Blackpool to Castle Donington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Castle Donington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Castle Donington train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Castle Donington?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Castle Donington is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 21m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Blackpool to Castle Donington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Castle Donington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Castle Donington?

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

Where can I stay near Castle Donington?

There are 1870+ hotels available in Castle Donington.

Blackpool to Castle Donington - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Blackpool to Castle Donington 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 Long Eatontrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
4h 21m
£43–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk079
6h 12m
£22–35
Drive 120.9 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Castle Doningtoncar 120.9 mi
2h 17m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 47m
£55–91

Blackpool to Castle Donington by train and bus

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Distance: 130.7 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Castle Donington, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Bus Station via Preston, Crewe, Long Eaton, and The Bell in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 6h 12m.

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