What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Houghton Le Spring via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Sunderland via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The distance between Blackpool and Houghton-Le-Spring is 186 miles. The road distance is 119 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 1m and costs £45 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring?

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring bus from?

Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring train from?

Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 1m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring bus arrive?

Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring train arrive?

Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Where can I stay near Houghton-Le-Spring?

There are 2210+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, bus, or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
5h 1m
£45–106
Drive 118.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Springcar 118.3 mi
2h 26m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
6h 26m
£32–83
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073 / ...
6h 36m
£37–66
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Hebden Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from Hebden Bridge to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain
6h 43m
£59–103

Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 185 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Houghton-Le-Spring, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Houghton Cut Slip Road via Preston, Carlisle, Sunderland, and Interchange in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Houghton Le Spring via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange in around 6h 26m.

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