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

The cheapest way to get from Chard to Blackpool is to bus and train which costs £40 - £70 and takes 11h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chard to Blackpool is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Chard and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Chard to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Blackpool North via Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Chard to Blackpool?

The distance between Chard and Blackpool is 270 miles. The road distance is 256.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chard to Blackpool without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 34m and costs £120 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Chard to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chard to Blackpool train from?

Chard to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton station.

Where does the Chard to Blackpool train arrive?

Chard to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Chard to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Chard to Blackpool is 257 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Chard to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1845+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Chard to Blackpool - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Chard to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 34m
£127–194
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Blackpool Northtrain
11h 26m
£44–70
Drive 255.2 mi
1. Drive from Chard to Blackpoolcar 255.2 mi
4h 27m
£64–92
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
8h 36m
£93–219
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Paignton - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
7h 58m
£115–175
Train, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
9h 5m
£93–237

Chard to Blackpool by bus and train

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11h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 268.2 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a vehicle from Chard to Blackpool North via Taunton, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 5h 34m.

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