What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Walney Island?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Walney Island is to bus and train which costs £16 - £27 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Walney Island?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Walney Island is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Walney Island?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Walney Island. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Barrow-in-Furness via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Walney Island?

The distance between Blackpool and Walney Island is 73 miles. The road distance is 71.6 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Walney Island without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Walney Island without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £27 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Walney Island?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Blackpool to Walney Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Walney Island train from?

Blackpool to Walney Island train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.

Where does the Blackpool to Walney Island train arrive?

Blackpool to Walney Island train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Walney Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Walney Island is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Blackpool to Walney Island.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to Walney Island?

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Where can I stay near Walney Island?

There are 1041+ hotels available in Walney Island.

Blackpool to Walney Island - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Blackpool to Walney Island by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Prestontrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 31m
£27–52
Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Abingdon Street to Queens Squarebus 42
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
3h 13m
£16–27
Drive 71.2 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Carr Lanecar 71.2 mi
1h 34m
£18–26

Blackpool to Walney Island by train

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Distance: 72.5 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Walney Island, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Barrow-in-Furness via Preston in around 2h 31m.

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