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

The cheapest way to get from Risca to Blackpool is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Risca to Blackpool is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Risca and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Risca to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Risca & Pontymister and arriving at Blackpool North via Newport (S Wales), Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Risca to Blackpool?

The distance between Risca and Blackpool is 201 miles. The road distance is 193.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Risca to Blackpool without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 1m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Risca to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Risca to Blackpool train from?

Risca to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newport (S Wales) station.

Where does the Risca to Blackpool train arrive?

Risca to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Risca to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Risca to Blackpool is 194 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Risca to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Risca to Blackpool - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Risca to Blackpool by train, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 1m
£55–111
Drive 192.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Risca to Blackpoolcar 192.6 mi
4h 21m
£48–69
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) 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
7h 58m
£82–202
Train
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
6h 3m
£69–118
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 11m
£83–135
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) 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
8h 27m
£82–220
Fly Cardiff Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane CWL - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
8h 43m
£94–209

Risca to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 200.2 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a train from Risca & Pontymister to Blackpool North via Newport (S Wales), Crewe, and Preston in around 5h 1m.

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