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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Heywood is to bus and line 163 bus which costs £11 - £25 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Heywood is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Heywood?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Heywood. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Heywood Library via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Heywood?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Heywood. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Rochdale via Salford Crescent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Heywood?

The distance between Blackpool and Heywood is 48 miles. The road distance is 48 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Heywood without a car is to train and line 471 bus which takes 2h and costs £17 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Blackpool to Heywood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Heywood bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Heywood train from?

Blackpool to Heywood train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Heywood?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Heywood is to bus and line 163 bus which takes 2h 31m and costs £11 - £25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Blackpool to Heywood bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Heywood train arrive?

Blackpool to Heywood train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Salford Crescent station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Heywood?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Heywood is 48 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Blackpool to Heywood.

Where can I stay near Heywood?

There are 3733+ hotels available in Heywood.

Blackpool to Heywood - 5 ways to travel via train, line 471 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to Heywood by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 471 bus
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Boltontrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Market Streetbus 471
2h
£17–29
Bus, line 163 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Heywood Librarybus 163
2h 31m
£11–24
Drive 47.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Heywoodcar 47.7 mi
56 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackpool to Heywoodtaxi 47.7 mi
56 min
£100–130
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Salford Crescenttrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Rochdaletrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
2h 16m
£25–44

Blackpool to Heywood by train and bus

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Distance: 47.4 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Heywood, Rochdale, England?

You can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Heywood Library via Manchester Central Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Blackpool North to Heywood Library via Salford Crescent, Rochdale, and Rochdale station in around 2h 16m.

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