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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Ludlow is to bus and train which costs £22 - £65 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Ludlow is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Ludlow via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Ludlow?

The distance between Blackpool and Ludlow is 129 miles. The road distance is 127.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Ludlow without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 19m and costs £35 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Blackpool to Ludlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Ludlow train from?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Ludlow train arrive?

Blackpool to Ludlow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Ludlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Ludlow is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Blackpool to Ludlow.

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

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Where can I stay near Ludlow?

There are 778+ hotels available in Ludlow.

Blackpool to Ludlow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Ludlowtrain Crewe - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 19m
£37–87
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackpool to Stoke-on-Trentbus
2. Take the bus from bus station to Railway Stationbus 64
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Ludlowtrain
6h 46m
£22–64
Drive 126.9 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Ludlowcar 126.9 mi
2h 49m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Ludlowtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 47m
£54–98

Blackpool to Ludlow by train

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3h 19mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 127.9 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Ludlow via Preston and Crewe in around 3h 19m.

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