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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Blackpool is to train and bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £70 - £190.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Blackpool North via London Euston and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Watford to Blackpool?

The distance between Watford and Blackpool is 244 miles. The road distance is 219.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £70 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Watford to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Blackpool bus from?

Watford to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Blackpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Watford to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Watford to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £70 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Watford to Blackpool bus arrive?

Watford to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Watford to Blackpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Blackpool is 220 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Watford to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Watford to Blackpool - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Watford and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Clarendon Road and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Black Boy PH, Airport Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

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There are 9 ways to get from Watford to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 25m
£71–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
8h 25m
£46–115
Drive 218.3 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Blackpoolcar 218.3 mi
3h 48m
£54–77
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
4h 35m
£80–288
Train via Milton Keynes
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain
4h 23m
£75–142
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Bletchleytrain
2. Take the train from Bletchley to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Blackpoolbus
8h 47m
£48–110
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 32m
£135–501
Fly Luton Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LTN - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 17m
£78–230
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
6h 13m
£132–294

Watford to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 242.5 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clarendon Road to National Express Coach Facility via Black Boy PH, Airport Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 8h 25m.

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