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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Ilkeston is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Market Place via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station and Burton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Derby via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Ilkeston?

The distance between Blackpool and Ilkeston is 129 miles. The road distance is 113.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Ilkeston without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 13m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Blackpool to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Ilkeston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Ilkeston train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Ilkeston?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Ilkeston is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 13m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Blackpool to Ilkeston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Ilkeston train arrive?

Blackpool to Ilkeston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Ilkeston is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Blackpool to Ilkeston.

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

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Blackpool to Ilkeston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
4h 13m
£44–91
Bus
cheapest
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 Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus
6h 31m
£28–62
Drive 112.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Ilkestoncar 112.7 mi
2h 31m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 35m
£63–103
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Market Placebus 199
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Bakewell Road Bus Stationbus Tp
4. Take the bus from Bakewell Road Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Tp
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Placebus If / ...
6h 51m
£39–62

Blackpool to Ilkeston by train and bus

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4h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 127.9 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to The Spinney via Preston, Crewe, Derby, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Market Place via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Burton Street in around 6h 31m.

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