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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Portland is to bus which costs £55 - £110 and takes 10h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Portland is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Portland?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Portland. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Victoria Square via Manchester Central Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Kings Statue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Portland?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Portland. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Weymouth via Preston, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Portland?

The distance between Blackpool and Portland is 376 miles. The road distance is 278.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Portland without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 51m and costs £100 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Blackpool to Portland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Portland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Portland train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Portland?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Portland is to train via London which takes 6h 51m and costs £100 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 10h 40m.

Where does the Blackpool to Portland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Portland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Portland is 278 miles. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Blackpool to Portland.

Where can I stay near Portland?

There are 1114+ hotels available in Portland.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Blackpool to Portland by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 51m
£105–235
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 Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Marks and Spencerbus 035
10h 40m
£57–101
Drive 276.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Portlandcar 276.7 mi
5h 20m
£70–101
Train to Liverpool, fly, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain
9h 54m
£108–250
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
8h 59m
£140–228
Train #2
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Weymouthtrain
9h 49m
£110–204
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain
9h 53m
£108–246

Blackpool to Portland by train, subway, and bus

208Weekly Services

6h 51mAverage Duration

£105Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Blackpool to Portland.

Launch map view

Distance: 373.6 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Portland, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Mereside via Preston, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Weymouth, and King Street in around 6h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Victoria Square via Manchester Central Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Marks and Spencer, and Kings Statue in around 10h 40m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.