What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Newcastle upon Tyne?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at John Dobson Street via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Newcastle upon Tyne?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Newcastle via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance between Blackpool and Newcastle upon Tyne is 168 miles. The road distance is 124.5 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 40m and costs £35 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne bus from?

Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne train from?

Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 40m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne train arrive?

Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne?

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne by train, bus, or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
3h 40m
£40–100
Bus
cheapest
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 Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus
6h 26m
£27–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073 / ...
5h 34m
£38–65
Drive 123.8 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tynecar 123.8 mi
2h 41m
£32–45
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 54m
£56–117

Blackpool to Newcastle upon Tyne by train

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Distance: 167.3 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Newcastle upon Tyne, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Newcastle via Preston and Carlisle in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to John Dobson Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h 26m.

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