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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Leigh is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Leigh is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Leigh?

The distance between Blackpool and Leigh is 40 miles. The road distance is 41.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Leigh without a car is to train and line 609 bus which takes 1h 27m and costs £13 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Blackpool to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Leigh bus from?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Leigh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Leigh is 41 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Blackpool to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3570+ hotels available in Leigh.

Blackpool to Leigh - 6 ways to travel via train, line 609 bus, and line 610 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Blackpool to Leigh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 609 bus
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Wigan North Westerntrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Leigh Town Hallbus 609
1h 27m
£14–25
Drive 41.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Leighcar 41.2 mi
51 min
£10–15
Train, line 610 bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Wigan North Westerntrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Leigh Bus Stationbus 610 / ...
1h 46m
£14–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackpool to Leightaxi 41.2 mi
51 min
£90–110
Train, line 582 bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Boltontrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Leigh Town Hallbus 582 / ...
1h 39m
£17–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1 / ...
2h 18m
£11–24

Blackpool to Leigh by train and bus

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1h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 39.9 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Leigh, Wigan, England?

You can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Leigh Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and St Peter's Square in around 2h 18m.

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