What is the cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool?

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 9h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool?

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Great Ostry and arriving at Blackpool via Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Shepton Mallet and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Castle Cary and arriving at Blackpool North via Taunton, Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Blackpool is 242 miles. The road distance is 224.8 miles.

How do I travel from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool without a car?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool without a car is to line 174 bus and train which takes 6h 18m and costs £85 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool?

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Blackpool bus from?

Shepton Mallet to Blackpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Blackpool train from?

Shepton Mallet to Blackpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Castle Cary station.

Train or bus from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool is to bus which takes 9h 11m and costs £27 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £190 and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Blackpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Blackpool train arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Blackpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Taunton station.

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Blackpool is 225 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1874+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Shepton Mallet to Blackpool - 7 ways to travel via train, line 174 bus, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Shepton Mallet to Blackpool by bus, train, car, or plane

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Line 174 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Old Market Road to Bus Stationbus 174
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain
6h 18m
£87–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Blackpoolbus Uk026
9h 11m
£27–45
Drive 223.5 mi
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Blackpoolcar 223.5 mi
4h 6m
£56–81
Fly Bristol Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
8h 36m
£75–182
Train
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Tauntontrain
2. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain
7h 36m
£109–181
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Bolton Interchangebus G4
2. Take the train from Bolton to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
9h 39m
£45–81
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 18m
£120–284

Shepton Mallet to Blackpool by bus and train

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Distance: 240.1 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Shepton Mallet, England and Blackpool, England?

You can take a bus from Great Ostry to Blackpool via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station, and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 9h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beech House to Blackpool North via Castle Cary Station, Castle Cary, Taunton, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 7h 36m.

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