What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester is to bus and line 163 bus which costs £11 - £25 and takes 2h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Heywood, Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester. 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 37m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Heywood, Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Rochdale via Salford Crescent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester?

The distance between Blackpool and Heywood, Greater Manchester is 48 miles. The road distance is 48.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester without a car is to train and line 471 bus which takes 2h 7m and costs £16 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £24 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 163 bus, which costs £11 - £25 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester is 48 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Heywood, Greater Manchester?

There are 3667+ hotels available in Heywood, Greater Manchester.

Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchester 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 7m
£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 37m
£12–25
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Salford Crescenttrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 11m
£24–44
Drive 48 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchestercar 48 mi
57 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackpool to Heywood, Greater Manchestertaxi 48 mi
57 min
£100–130

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Distance: 47.8 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackpool North to Salford Crescent hourly. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Heywood, Greater Manchester via Manchester Central Coach Station, Piccadilly Gardens, and Heywood Library in around 2h 37m.

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