What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale is to rideshare which costs £4 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Manchester Arndale?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Manchester Arndale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Deansgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale?

The distance between Blackpool and Manchester Arndale is 51 miles. The road distance is 50.1 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale without a car is to bus via Manchester Central Coach Station which takes 1h 30m and costs £9 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale?

The bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Station takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Manchester Arndale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Manchester Arndale train from?

Blackpool to Manchester Arndale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale is to bus via Manchester Central Coach Station which takes 1h 30m and costs £9 - £23. Alternatively, you can train via Deansgate, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Blackpool to Manchester Arndale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Manchester Arndale train arrive?

Blackpool to Manchester Arndale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Deansgate station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Manchester Arndale is 50 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale?

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Where can I stay near Manchester Arndale?

There are 3603+ hotels available in Manchester Arndale.

Can I share a ride from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Blackpool and Manchester Arndale. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Blackpool to Manchester Arndale - 7 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Blackpool to Manchester Arndale by bus, train, rideshare, or car

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Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
best
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
1h 30m
£9–23
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Blackpool to Manchesterrideshare 48.8 mi
1h 20m
£4
Train via Deansgate
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 32m
£17–35
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 33m
£18–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Blackpool to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk026
1h 36m
£5–9
Train, line 8 bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Boltontrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Victoria Rail Stationbus 8
2h 19m
£16–26
Drive 49.8 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Manchester Arndalecar 49.8 mi
59 min
£13–18

Blackpool to Manchester Arndale by bus and foot

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Distance: 50.3 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Manchester Arndale, England?

National Express operates a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £9–23 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackpool North to Deansgate hourly. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 1h 14m.

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