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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Blackpool is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Blackpool is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Blackpool?

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

How far is it from Leicester to Blackpool?

The distance between Leicester and Blackpool is 148 miles. The road distance is 137.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £30 - £110.

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

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Blackpool bus from?

Leicester to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Blackpool train from?

Leicester to Blackpool train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Nuneaton station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Leicester to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Leicester to Blackpool bus arrive?

Leicester to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Blackpool train arrive?

Leicester to Blackpool train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Blackpool is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Leicester to Blackpool.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Blackpool by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain London Euston - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 42m
£34–106
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
6h 45m
£36–91
Drive 136.4 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Blackpoolcar 136.4 mi
2h 46m
£34–49
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain
3h 56m
£65–117
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 158
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain
5h 2m
£50–88

Leicester to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 147.1 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Blackpool North via Nuneaton, Crewe, and Preston in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to National Express Coach Facility via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 45m.

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