What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to Blackpool?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Blackpool is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 7h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Blackpool?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Blackpool is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Blackpool via Sunderland Interchange and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Blackpool North via Newcastle, Carlisle and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from South Shields to Blackpool?

The distance between South Shields and Blackpool is 179 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

How do I travel from South Shields to Blackpool without a car?

The best way to get from South Shields to Blackpool without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 6m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from South Shields to Blackpool?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from South Shields to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Blackpool bus from?

South Shields to Blackpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Blackpool train from?

South Shields to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from South Shields to Blackpool?

The best way to get from South Shields to Blackpool is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 6m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the South Shields to Blackpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Shields to Blackpool train arrive?

South Shields to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Blackpool is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from South Shields to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 6m
£44–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Blackpoolbus Uk026
7h 14m
£18–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Nelson Street N2bus 172
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Blackpool Northtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
6h 26m
£45–94
Drive 129.9 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Blackpoolcar 129.9 mi
2h 39m
£32–47
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Blackpool Northtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
5h 2m
£67–138

South Shields to Blackpool by subway and train

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Distance: 177.6 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Blackpool, England?

You can take a subway from South Shields to Blackpool North via Central Station, Newcastle, Carlisle, and Preston in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Blackpool via Interchange, Sunderland Interchange, and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 14m.

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