How to travel from Doncaster to Blackpool, United Kingdom

The distance between Doncaster and Blackpool is around 175km (109 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 55m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Doncaster to Blackpool by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Manchester Piccadilly and then to Blackpool North.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £35($41)
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Drive

Drive to Blackpool.

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Distance179km (111 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Doncaster and Blackpool

There are several options for getting from Doncaster to Blackpool by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £35 ($41) and will take around 2h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £31 ($37).

The distance between Doncaster and Blackpool is around 175km (109 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 131km (81 miles)

It takes around 2h 45m to get from Doncaster and Blackpool by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Doncaster to Blackpool is to drive which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx £31 ($37).

The cheapest way to travel between Doncaster and Blackpool, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £35 ($41) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Doncaster and Blackpool. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Doncaster to Blackpool. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Manchester Piccadilly. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 45m.

TransPennine Express Service and Northern Rail run train services between Doncaster and Blackpool. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 45m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Doncaster and Blackpool. We recommend that you drive to Blackpool. instead which will take 1h 55m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Doncaster to Blackpool. We recommend that you take the train to Manchester Piccadilly and then to Blackpool North. instead which will take 2h 45m.

The closest major airport to Blackpool is Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) (LPL) which is approximately 55km (34 miles) from Blackpool. Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) (LBA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Doncaster and Blackpool. The distance is around 179km (111 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Doncaster to Blackpool is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around £35 ($41).

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Transport options from Doncaster to Blackpool
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 45m
£35($41)
hourly175km (109 miles)
Drive
1h 55m
£31($37)
on demand179km (111 miles)

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Airports near Blackpool

The following major airports near Blackpool offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

LPL
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
International Airport
Distance
55km (34 miles) from Blackpool
MAN
Manchester Airport (MAN)
International Airport
Distance
72km (45 miles) from Blackpool
LBA
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
International Airport
Distance
92km (57 miles) from Blackpool