What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to West Midlands?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to West Midlands is to bus via The Hawthorns which costs £14 - £23 and takes 5h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to West Midlands?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to West Midlands is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Crocketts Lane via Markets. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Smethwick Rolfe Street via Preston and Sandwell & Dudley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Blackpool to West Midlands?

The distance between Blackpool and West Midlands is 117 miles. The road distance is 118.7 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to West Midlands without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to West Midlands without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to West Midlands?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Blackpool to West Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to West Midlands bus from?

Blackpool to West Midlands bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Blackpool station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to West Midlands train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to West Midlands?

The best way to get from Blackpool to West Midlands is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Blackpool to West Midlands bus arrive?

Blackpool to West Midlands bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Blackpool to West Midlands train arrive?

Blackpool to West Midlands train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Sandwell & Dudley station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to West Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to West Midlands is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Blackpool to West Midlands.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to West Midlands?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Sandwell & Dudleytrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 13m
£42–74
Bus via The Hawthorns
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackpool to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk026
5h 37m
£14–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
4h 51m
£29–68
Drive 118 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to West Midlandscar 118 mi
2h 9m
£29–42
Train via Liverpool
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Smethwick Galton Bridgetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h 38m
£47–105

Blackpool to West Midlands by train

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Distance: 116.8 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and West Midlands, Sandwell, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Sandwell & Dudley hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £27–65 and the journey takes 4h.

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