What is the cheapest way to get from Stroud to Blackburn?

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Blackburn is to bus via Birmingham which costs £27 - £45 and takes 8h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stroud to Blackburn?

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Blackburn is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Stroud and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Blackburn station. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at Bus Station via Clarence Parade, Park & Ride and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Stroud and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Stroud (Glos) and arriving at Blackburn via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Stroud to Blackburn?

The distance between Stroud and Blackburn is 179 miles. The road distance is 163 miles.

How do I travel from Stroud to Blackburn without a car?

The best way to get from Stroud to Blackburn without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 47m and costs £65 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Stroud to Blackburn?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Stroud to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Blackburn bus from?

Stroud to Blackburn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gloucester station.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Blackburn train from?

Stroud to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Stroud to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Stroud to Blackburn is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 47m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Stroud to Blackburn bus arrive?

Stroud to Blackburn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Stroud to Blackburn train arrive?

Stroud to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Stroud to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Blackburn is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Stroud to Blackburn.

How do I get a train ticket from Stroud to Blackburn?

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 47m
£66–107
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk077
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk076 / ...
8h 16m
£27–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cf8
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 540
7h 38m
£30–48
Drive 162 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Blackburncar 162 mi
3h 6m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
5h 7m
£72–117

Stroud to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 178.3 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Stroud, England and Blackburn, England?

You can take a train from Stroud (Glos) to Blackburn via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to Bus Station via Promenade, Clarence Parade, Park & Ride, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 7h 38m.

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