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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Blackpool is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Blackpool is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Ilkeston and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkeston to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Long Eaton and arriving at Blackpool North via Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Blackpool?

The distance between Ilkeston and Blackpool is 140 miles. The road distance is 113.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Blackpool without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 37m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Ilkeston to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Blackpool train from?

Ilkeston to Blackpool train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Long Eaton station.

Where does the Ilkeston to Blackpool train arrive?

Ilkeston to Blackpool train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Ilkeston to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkeston to Blackpool is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Ilkeston to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Ilkeston to Blackpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ilkeston to Blackpool by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 37m
£48–93
Drive 113 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Blackpoolcar 113 mi
2h 30m
£28–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Stationbus If / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchangebus Tp
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Market Placebus Tp
4. Take the bus from Market Place to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 199
5. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 14m
£38–60
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
4h 58m
£64–102

Ilkeston to Blackpool by bus and train

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4h 37mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.9 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Blackpool North via The Bell, Long Eaton, Crewe, and Preston in around 4h 37m.

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