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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Blackpool is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Blackpool is to fly and train which takes 4h 8m and costs £90 - £230.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Blackpool North via Stafford and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Southampton to Blackpool?

The distance between Southampton and Blackpool is 266 miles. The road distance is 256.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Blackpool without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 5h 35m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Southampton to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Blackpool train from?

Southampton to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Blackpool train arrive?

Southampton to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Blackpool is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Southampton to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1894+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Southampton to Blackpool - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Southampton to Blackpool by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 35m
£109–170
Drive 254.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Blackpoolcar 254.6 mi
4h 37m
£64–92
Fly from Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
4h 8m
£91–223
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
5h 58m
£118–180
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 54m
£111–199
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
5h 35m
£86–298

Southampton to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 264.9 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Blackpool North via Stafford and Preston in around 5h 35m.

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