What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £12 and takes 5h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and South Lakes Safari Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo. However, there are services departing from Abingdon Street and arriving at Roundabout via Bus Station, Bus Station and Kiosk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and South Lakes Safari Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Dalton via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo?

The distance between Blackpool and South Lakes Safari Zoo is 69 miles. The road distance is 65.8 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £26 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo bus from?

Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Abingdon Street station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo train from?

Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo?

The best way to get from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £26 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £12 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo bus arrive?

Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo train arrive?

Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Dalton station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo.

Where can I stay near South Lakes Safari Zoo?

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Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoo by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Daltontrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
2h 48m
£26–52
Bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Abingdon Street to Bus Stationbus 42
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kioskbus X6 / ...
5h 24m
£12
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Abingdon Street to Queens Squarebus 42
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Daltontrain Lancaster - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
3h 28m
£14–24
Drive 65.4 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to South Lakes Safari Zoocar 65.4 mi
1h 26m
£16–23

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Distance: 68.7 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and South Lakes Safari Zoo, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Dalton every 2 hours. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Abingdon Street to South Lakes Safari Zoo via Bus Station, Bus Station, Kiosk, and Roundabout in around 5h 24m.

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