What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge is to train and bus via Chester which costs £26 - £45 and takes 8h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Ironbridge Gorge?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Shifnal via Preston and Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge?

The distance between Blackpool and Ironbridge Gorge is 127 miles. The road distance is 107 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge train from?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge train arrive?

Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge.

Where can I stay near Ironbridge Gorge?

There are 1115+ hotels available in Ironbridge Gorge.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Wolverhamptontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 29m
£69–111
Train, bus via Chester
cheapest
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Chester Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Bus Stationbus 41
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 340
8h 51m
£27–45
Drive 106.4 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorgecar 106.4 mi
2h 29m
£27–39
Train, line 96 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Museum of The Gorge Car Parkbus 96A / ...
4h 54m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Staffordtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 5A / ...
5h 33m
£35–73

Blackpool to Ironbridge Gorge by train, foot, and bus

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8h 51mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.9 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Ironbridge Gorge, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Wolverhampton hourly. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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