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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Leicester is to train and line 8 bus and bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Leicester via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Leicester?

The distance between Blackpool and Leicester is 148 miles. The road distance is 137.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £55 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Blackpool to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Leicester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Leicester train from?

Blackpool to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Blackpool North station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Leicester?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Blackpool to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Leicester train arrive?

Blackpool to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Leicester is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Blackpool to Leicester.

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

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Blackpool to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 8 bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Nuneatontrain Blackpool North - London Euston
2h 48m
£56–89
Train, line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Boltontrain
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
3. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus
6h 56m
£28–47
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 Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
6h 5m
£35–89
Drive 136.6 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Leicestercar 136.6 mi
2h 48m
£34–48
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicestertrain
3h 49m
£63–119

Blackpool to Leicester by train

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Distance: 147.1 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Blackpool North to Nuneaton 6 times a week. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to St Margaret's Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 5m.

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