What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to North Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to North Shields is to bus which costs £26 - £60 and takes 6h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to North Shields?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to North Shields is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and North Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to North Shields. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Nile Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station and Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and North Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at North Shields via Preston, Carlisle and Monument. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Blackpool to North Shields?

The distance between Blackpool and North Shields is 176 miles. The road distance is 131.5 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to North Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to North Shields without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 3m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to North Shields?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Blackpool to North Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to North Shields bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to North Shields train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to North Shields?

The best way to get from Blackpool to North Shields is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 3m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £60 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Blackpool to North Shields bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to North Shields train arrive?

Blackpool to North Shields train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to North Shields is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Blackpool to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 1986+ hotels available in North Shields.

Blackpool to North Shields - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to North Shields by train, bus, or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
4h 3m
£44–116
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 44m
£27–59
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 / ...
6h 40m
£41–71
Drive 130.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to North Shieldscar 130.7 mi
2h 46m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 39m
£67–138

Blackpool to North Shields by train, foot, and subway

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4h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.7 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and North Shields, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to North Shields via Preston, Carlisle, Newcastle, and Monument in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Nile Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Monument Market Street in around 6h 44m.

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