What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Blackpool Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Blackpool Airport is to bus and line 68 bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Blackpool Airport?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Blackpool Airport is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Blackpool Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Blackpool Airport. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Blackpool Airport via Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Blackpool Airport?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Blackpool Airport. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Squires Gate via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Manchester to Blackpool Airport?

The distance between Manchester and Blackpool Airport is 54 miles. The road distance is 50.2 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Blackpool Airport without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Blackpool Airport without a car is to bus which takes 1h 50m and costs £13 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Blackpool Airport?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Manchester to Blackpool Airport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Blackpool Airport bus from?

Manchester to Blackpool Airport bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Blackpool Airport train from?

Manchester to Blackpool Airport train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Blackpool Airport?

The best way to get from Manchester to Blackpool Airport is to bus which takes 1h 50m and costs £13 - £27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £18 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Manchester to Blackpool Airport bus arrive?

Manchester to Blackpool Airport bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at National Express Coach Facility station.

Where does the Manchester to Blackpool Airport train arrive?

Manchester to Blackpool Airport train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Blackpool Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Blackpool Airport is 50 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Manchester to Blackpool Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Blackpool Airport?

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Where can I stay near Blackpool Airport?

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Manchester to Blackpool Airport - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Blackpool Airport by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
1h 50m
£14–26
Bus, line 68 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Blackpool Airportbus 68
2h 25m
£7–9
Train, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the bus from North Station to Blackpool Airportbus 11 / ...
2h 2m
£23–39
Drive 49.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Blackpool Airportcar 49.9 mi
58 min
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Blackpool Airporttaxi 49.9 mi
58 min
£100–130
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Squires Gatetrain Colne - Blackpool South / ...
2h 13m
£18–36

Manchester to Blackpool Airport by bus

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Distance: 53.7 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Blackpool Airport, Lancashire, England?

National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility every 2 hours. Tickets cost £9–23 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Blackpool Airport via Preston and Squires Gate in around 2h 13m.

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