The distance between Leeds and Blackpool is around 126km (78 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 30m.
We've found 3 different ways to get from Leeds to Blackpool by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Blackpool → Leeds if you're planning a return trip.
Take the train to Blackpool North.
Take the bus to Blackpool.
There are several options for getting from Leeds to Blackpool by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £8 ($9) and will take around 2h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £16 ($19).
The distance between Leeds and Blackpool is around 126km (78 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 99km (62 miles)
It takes around 2hrs to get from Leeds and Blackpool by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 30m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Leeds to Blackpool is to drive which takes around 1h 30m and will set you back approx £16 ($19).
The cheapest way to travel between Leeds and Blackpool, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £8 ($9) for a standard one-way ticket.
Yes there is a train service that runs between Leeds and Blackpool. It typically takes around 2hrs and departs hourly.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Leeds and Blackpool with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 2hrs.
Northern Rail run train services between Leeds and Blackpool. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Leeds and Blackpool. It typically takes around 2h 55m and departs twice daily.
Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Leeds and Blackpool with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 2h 55m.
National Express run regular bus services between Leeds and Blackpool. Buses run twice daily and take around 2h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Leeds to Blackpool. We recommend that you take the train to Blackpool North. instead which will take 2hrs.
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.
Yes it is possible to drive from Leeds and Blackpool. The distance is around 137km (85 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 30m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Leeds to Blackpool is to take the train which takes, on average, 2hrs and will usually cost around £34 ($40).
Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Train | 2hrs | £34($40) | hourly | 126km (78 miles) |
Bus | 2h 55m | £8($9) | twice daily | 154km (96 miles) |
Drive | 1h 30m | £16($19) | on demand | 137km (85 miles) |
The following major airports near Blackpool offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.