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

The cheapest way to get from Stansted to Blackpool is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stansted to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £100 - £190.

Is there a direct train between Stansted and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Stansted to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Ebbsfleet International and arriving at Blackpool North via London Euston and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Stansted to Blackpool?

The distance between Stansted and Blackpool is 258 miles. The road distance is 260.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stansted to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Stansted to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Blackpool train from?

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

Where does the Stansted to Blackpool train arrive?

Stansted to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Stansted to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Stansted to Blackpool is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Stansted to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1896+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Stansted to Blackpool - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Stansted to Blackpool by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 53m
£103–189
Drive 259.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stansted to Blackpoolcar 259.3 mi
4h 56m
£64–93
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
6h 26m
£105–337
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Borough Green & Wrotham to London Waterloo Easttrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 13m
£136–317
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
8h 30m
£304–619

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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Distance: 257 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.

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