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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Rothbury is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Rothbury is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Rothbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Rothbury. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Retail Park via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Rothbury?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Rothbury. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Alnmouth via Preston, Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Rothbury?

The distance between Blackpool and Rothbury is 218 miles. The road distance is 143.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Rothbury without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 38m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Blackpool to Rothbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Rothbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Rothbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Rothbury?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Rothbury is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 38m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £140 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Blackpool to Rothbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Rothbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Rothbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Rothbury is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Blackpool to Rothbury.

Where can I stay near Rothbury?

There are 1184+ hotels available in Rothbury.

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

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Alnmouthtrain
4h 38m
£89–183
Drive 142.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Rothburycar 142.4 mi
2h 58m
£35–51
Bus
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 & Coach Station to Retail Parkbus 591
7h 45m
£72–138
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 55m
£105–190

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Distance: 217.2 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Rothbury via Preston, Carlisle, Newcastle, and Alnmouth in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Rothbury via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Retail Park in around 7h 45m.

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