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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Blackpool is to bus via Birmingham which costs £30 - £50 and takes 10h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Blackpool is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Blackpool North via Cardiff Central, Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Swansea to Blackpool?

The distance between Swansea and Blackpool is 253 miles. The road distance is 208.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Blackpool without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 48m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Swansea to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Blackpool bus from?

Swansea to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Blackpool train from?

Swansea to Blackpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Swansea to Blackpool is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 48m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Swansea to Blackpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Blackpool train arrive?

Swansea to Blackpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Blackpool is 209 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Swansea to Blackpool.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Swansea to Blackpool?

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
5h 48m
£82–167
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Blackpoolbus Uk026
10h 5m
£31–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
9h 45m
£59–145
Drive 207.4 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Blackpoolcar 207.4 mi
4h 30m
£52–75
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
6h
£103–172

Swansea to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 251.5 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Blackpool, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Blackpool North via Cardiff Central, Crewe, and Preston in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to National Express Coach Facility via Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 45m.

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