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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Blackpool is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Blackpool is to train via Preston which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Warwick Avenue and arriving at Blackpool via London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Paddington to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from London Euston and arriving at Blackpool North via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Paddington to Blackpool?

The distance between Paddington and Blackpool is 229 miles. The road distance is 233.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Blackpool without a car is to train via Preston which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Paddington to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Blackpool bus from?

Paddington to Blackpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Blackpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Paddington to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Paddington to Blackpool is to train via Preston which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Paddington to Blackpool bus arrive?

Paddington to Blackpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Paddington to Blackpool train arrive?

Paddington to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Blackpool North station.

Can I drive from Paddington to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Blackpool is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Paddington to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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

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

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 23m
£52–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Blackpoolbus Uk026
7h 15m
£30–46
Drive 232.3 mi
1. Drive from Paddington to Blackpoolcar 232.3 mi
4h 7m
£58–84
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
4h 19m
£85–316
Train
1. Take the train from London Euston to Blackpool Northtrain London Euston - Blackpool North
4h 12m
£76–121
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
8h 29m
£45–85
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 12m
£160–544
Fly London City Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 3m
£337–666

Paddington to Blackpool by subway, foot, and train

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Distance: 227.4 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Warwick Avenue to Blackpool via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 15m.

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