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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Blackpool is to bus via Birmingham which costs £29 - £50 and takes 11h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Blackpool is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Stanway Close and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Bus Station, Parkside and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Stanstead and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Stanstead to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Bury St Edmunds and arriving at Blackpool North via Peterborough and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Blackpool?

The distance between Stanstead and Blackpool is 256 miles. The road distance is 234.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Blackpool without a car is to train via Peterborough which takes 6h 19m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Stanstead to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Blackpool bus from?

Stanstead to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Blackpool train from?

Stanstead to Blackpool train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Bury St Edmunds station.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Blackpool is to train via Peterborough which takes 6h 19m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 11h 33m.

Where does the Stanstead to Blackpool bus arrive?

Stanstead to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Stanstead to Blackpool train arrive?

Stanstead to Blackpool train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Stanstead to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Blackpool is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Stanstead to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1899+ hotels available in Blackpool.

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

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

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Train via Peterborough
best
1. Take the train from Bury St Edmunds to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Blackpool Northtrain
6h 19m
£119–194
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk083
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Blackpoolbus Uk026
11h 53m
£29–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
11h 33m
£54–133
Drive 232.7 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Blackpoolcar 232.7 mi
4h 52m
£58–83
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 24m
£120–368
Train
1. Take the train from Thetford to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
8h 45m
£111–179

Stanstead to Blackpool by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

11h 33mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 254.2 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a vehicle from Stanstead to Blackpool North via Bury St Edmunds, Peterborough, and Leeds in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stanway Close to National Express Coach Facility via Bus Station, Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 11h 33m.

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