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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Eastbourne is to train and bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 11h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Eastbourne is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £100 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Cornfield Road via Birmingham Coach Station and Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Eastbourne via Preston, Euston station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Eastbourne?

The distance between Blackpool and Eastbourne is 295 miles. The road distance is 302.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £100 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Blackpool to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Eastbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Eastbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Eastbourne is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £100 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 11h 57m.

Where does the Blackpool to Eastbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Eastbourne train arrive?

Blackpool to Eastbourne train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Eastbourne is 303 miles. It takes approximately 5h 36m to drive from Blackpool to Eastbourne.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

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Blackpool to Eastbourne - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
4h 56m
£102–213
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
11h 30m
£49–83
Drive 300.8 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Eastbournecar 300.8 mi
5h 36m
£74–107
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournetrain
7h 21m
£97–223
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 210
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
11h 57m
£60–143
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
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 train from London Victoria to Eastbournetrain
6h 17m
£121–390
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
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 Clapham Junctiontrain
4. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Eastbournetrain
6h 57m
£151–350

Blackpool to Eastbourne by train and subway

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4h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 293.4 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Eastbourne via Preston, London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Cornfield Road via Birmingham Coach Station, South Terminal Bus Station, and Gatwick South Terminal in around 11h 57m.

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