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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to London is to bus via Manchester which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to London is to train via Preston which takes 2h 56m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and London?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and London?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Blackpool North and arriving at London Euston. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Blackpool to London?

The distance between Blackpool and London is 226 miles. The road distance is 233.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to London without a car is to train via Preston which takes 2h 56m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Blackpool to London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to London bus from?

Blackpool to London bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Blackpool station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to London train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to London?

The best way to get from Blackpool to London is to train via Preston which takes 2h 56m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Blackpool to London bus arrive?

Blackpool to London bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Blackpool to London train arrive?

Blackpool to London train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to London is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Blackpool to London.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackpool to London?

Book your Blackpool to London bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near London?

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Blackpool to London - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 56m
£71–132
Bus via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackpool to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk026
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Uk023 / ...
6h 56m
£25–43
Drive 232 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Londoncar 232 mi
4h 20m
£57–83
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
4h 6m
£88–314
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to London Eustontrain Blackpool North - London Euston
3h 8m
£80–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 424
8h 30m
£27–130
Train, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
5h 3m
£123–289

Blackpool to London by train

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Distance: 225.2 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blackpool to London Victoria via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 56m.

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