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How to get fromBlackpool to Cumbriaby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Blackpool to Cumbria by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 508 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Prestontrain train
    2. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Pooley Bridge Innbus bus 508 / ...
    2h 40m
    £30–53

  2. Drive  76.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Blackpool to Cumbriacar car 76.6 mi
    1h 34m
    £19–28

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from North Station to Queens Squarebus bus 42
    2. Take the train from Lancaster to Penrith North Lakestrain train London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
    4h 1m
    £33–49

Blackpool to Cumbria by train and bus

Calendar120Weekly Services
Duration2h 40mAverage Duration
Ticket£30Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 95.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 40m

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

There is no direct connection from Blackpool to Cumbria. However, you can take the train to Preston, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Rail Station, then take the line 508 bus to Pooley Bridge Inn. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Station to Cumbria via Queens Square, Lancaster, Penrith North Lakes, Rail Station, and Longthwaite road end in around 4h 1m.

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