What is the cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Blackburn?

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Blackburn is to bus via Manchester which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gloucester to Blackburn?

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Blackburn is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Blackburn via Birmingham New Street, Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Blackburn?

The distance between Gloucester and Blackburn is 159 miles. The road distance is 154.3 miles.

How do I travel from Gloucester to Blackburn without a car?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Blackburn without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Gloucester to Blackburn?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Gloucester to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Blackburn bus from?

Gloucester to Blackburn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gloucester station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Blackburn train from?

Gloucester to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.

Train or bus from Gloucester to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Blackburn is to train via Manchester which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Gloucester to Blackburn bus arrive?

Gloucester to Blackburn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Gloucester to Blackburn train arrive?

Gloucester to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Blackburn is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Gloucester to Blackburn.

How do I get a train ticket from Gloucester to Blackburn?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gloucester to Blackburn?

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain
4h 13m
£58–106
Bus via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk077
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk076 / ...
6h 17m
£23–40
Drive 153.4 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Blackburncar 153.4 mi
2h 54m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 17m
£61–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 540
6h 43m
£27–45

Gloucester to Blackburn by train and tram

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Distance: 157.9 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Gloucester, England and Blackburn, England?

You can take a train from Gloucester to Blackburn via Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gloucester to Blackburn via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Manchester Victoria in around 6h 17m.

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