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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Sidmouth is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 12h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Sidmouth is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Sidmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Sidmouth. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at All Saints Church via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Sidmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Sidmouth. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Preston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Sidmouth?

The distance between Blackpool and Sidmouth is 305 miles. The road distance is 272.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Sidmouth without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 57m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 57m to get from Blackpool to Sidmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Sidmouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Sidmouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Sidmouth?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Sidmouth is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 57m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 10h 41m.

Where does the Blackpool to Sidmouth bus arrive?

Blackpool to Sidmouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Sidmouth train arrive?

Blackpool to Sidmouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Sidmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Sidmouth is 273 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Blackpool to Sidmouth.

Where can I stay near Sidmouth?

There are 1872+ hotels available in Sidmouth.

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 57m
£115–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackpool to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk026
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Exeterbus Uk087
12h 23m
£35–56
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 104 / ...
10h 41m
£44–81
Drive 271.1 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Sidmouthcar 271.1 mi
4h 53m
£68–98
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davidstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
8h 4m
£120–196

Blackpool to Sidmouth by train and bus

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Distance: 303.7 mi
Duration: 7h 57m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to All Saints Church via Preston, Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Clifton Place, and Bus Station in around 7h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to All Saints Church via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, and Bus Station in around 10h 41m.

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