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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Blackpool is to train and bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 10h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Blackpool is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Blackpool North via London Euston and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Blackpool?

The distance between Harpenden and Blackpool is 252 miles. The road distance is 209.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Harpenden to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Blackpool bus from?

Harpenden to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Blackpool train from?

Harpenden to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Harpenden to Blackpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Harpenden to Blackpool train arrive?

Harpenden to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Blackpool is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Harpenden to Blackpool.

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

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Harpenden to Blackpool - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Luton Station Interchange, Milton Keynes Coachway and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

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There are 8 ways to get from Harpenden to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 42m
£83–167
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bletchley to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Bus Stationbus Uk030
10h 12m
£39–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
7h 45m
£44–111
Drive 208.2 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Blackpoolcar 208.2 mi
3h 37m
£51–74
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
5h 12m
£104–336
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Central stationbus Mk1
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain
5h 39m
£67–122
Fly Luton Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LTN - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
6h 55m
£75–218
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
5h 54m
£138–320

Harpenden to Blackpool by train and foot

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3h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 250.1 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to National Express Coach Facility via Luton Station Interchange, Milton Keynes Coachway, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 7h 45m.

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