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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Southampton is to bus which costs £55 - £150 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Southampton is to train and fly which takes 3h 50m and costs £90 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Coach Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Southampton Central via Preston and Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Southampton?

The distance between Blackpool and Southampton is 235 miles. The road distance is 253.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Southampton without a car is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 6h 30m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Blackpool to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Southampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Southampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Southampton?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Southampton is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 6h 30m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the Blackpool to Southampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Southampton train arrive?

Blackpool to Southampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Southampton is 253 miles. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Blackpool to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to Southampton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackpool to Southampton?

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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

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Train, fly to Southampton Airport
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3h 50m
£93–223
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 Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
8h 4m
£57–143
Train via Wolverhampton
1. Take the train from Preston to Wolverhamptontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 30m
£116–186
Drive 251.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Southamptoncar 251.7 mi
4h 46m
£62–90
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus
6h
£89–314
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 31m
£128–202
Train via Newport
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 Newport (S Wales) to Southampton Centraltrain
8h 8m
£123–227

Blackpool to Southampton by train

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Distance: 234.1 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Southampton Central via Preston and Wolverhampton in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Coach Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 8h 4m.

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