What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool station to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from North Station and arriving at Pennine Hotel via Bus Station and Blackhall Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Kirkby Stephen via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen?

The distance between Blackpool and Kirkby Stephen is 117 miles. The road distance is 66.2 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 31m and costs £29 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen bus from?

Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from North Station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen is to bus and line 555 bus which takes 5h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen bus arrive?

Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen train arrive?

Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen.

Where can I stay near Kirkby Stephen?

There are 606+ hotels available in Kirkby Stephen.

Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 555 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakestrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Costa Coffeebus 563
3h 31m
£30–53
Drive 65.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Kirkby Stephencar 65.8 mi
1h 22m
£17–24
Bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from North Station to Bus Stationbus 42
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
3. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Pennine Hotelbus S5
5h 35m
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephentrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
4h 47m
£37–88

Blackpool to Kirkby Stephen by train and bus

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3h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 115.8 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Kirkby Stephen, England?

You can take a bus from North Station to Pennine Hotel via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Blackhall Road in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Blackpool North to Pennine Hotel via Preston, Carlisle, Kirkby Stephen, and Rail Station in around 4h 47m.

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