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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Blackpool and arriving at Cardiff - North Road via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Cardiff?

The distance between Blackpool and Cardiff is 207 miles. The road distance is 205 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 54m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Blackpool to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Cardiff bus from?

Blackpool to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Blackpool station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Cardiff train from?

Blackpool to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 54m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 21m.

Where does the Blackpool to Cardiff bus arrive?

Blackpool to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Blackpool to Cardiff train arrive?

Blackpool to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Cardiff is 205 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Blackpool to Cardiff.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 54m
£59–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackpool to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff - North Roadbus
8h 21m
£31–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 58m
£68–106
Drive 203.8 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Cardiffcar 203.8 mi
4h 29m
£51–73
Train to Liverpool, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 20m
£83–221
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 21m
£71–119
Train to Liverpool, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LPL - CWL
12h 36m
£89–197
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
8h 10m
£99–193
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 21m
£145–430

Blackpool to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 206.1 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blackpool to Cardiff - North Road via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station in around 8h 21m.

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