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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Sunderland is to train and line 8 bus and bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Sunderland via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Sunderland?

The distance between Blackpool and Sunderland is 180 miles. The road distance is 124.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Sunderland without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 31m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Blackpool to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Sunderland is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 31m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h.

Where does the Blackpool to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Sunderland is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Blackpool to Sunderland.

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

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Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Blackpool to Sunderland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 8 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to Sunderland by train, bus, or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
4h 31m
£49–117
Train, line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Boltontrain
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
3. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus
6h 31m
£30–49
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 Interchangebus 172
6h
£35–88
Drive 123.9 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Sunderlandcar 123.9 mi
2h 35m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Hebden Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from Hebden Bridge to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Sunderlandtrain
5h 40m
£69–123

Blackpool to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 179.1 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Sunderland via Preston and Carlisle in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 6h.

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