What is the cheapest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool?

The cheapest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool?

The fastest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Houghton-Le-Spring and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Houghton-Le-Spring and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Interchange and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Houghton-Le-Spring and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Blackpool North via Carlisle and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool?

The distance between Houghton-Le-Spring and Blackpool is 186 miles. The road distance is 118.3 miles.

How do I travel from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool without a car?

The best way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £50 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool bus from?

Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool train from?

Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sunderland station.

Train or bus from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool bus arrive?

Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool train arrive?

Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1931+ hotels available in Blackpool.

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There are 5 ways to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Carlisletrain Middlesbrough - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
5h 9m
£53–120
Drive 117.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpoolcar 117.6 mi
2h 24m
£29–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Uk010
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Blackpool Northtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
6h 35m
£38–69
Bus, train via Eldon Square Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Hetton Road-Durham Road to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus X1a / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Blackpool Northtrain
5h 49m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
7h 32m
£34–81

Houghton-Le-Spring to Blackpool by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 184.9 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Houghton-Le-Spring, England and Blackpool, England?

You can take a bus from Houghton Cut Slip Road to Blackpool North via Interchange, Sunderland, Carlisle, and Preston in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Houghton-Le-Spring to National Express Coach Facility via Interchange and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 7h 32m.

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