How to travel from Middlesbrough to Blackpool, United Kingdom

The distance between Middlesbrough and Blackpool is around 192km (119 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 15m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Middlesbrough 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.

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Train

Take the train to Leeds and then to Blackpool North.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    £49($58)
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Bus

Take the bus to Manchester Coach Station Chorlton St and then to Blackpool.

  • Duration3h 40m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    £14($16)
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Drive

Drive to Blackpool.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Distance192km (119 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Middlesbrough and Blackpool

There are several options for getting from Middlesbrough to Blackpool by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £14 ($16) and will take around 3h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £34 ($40).

The distance between Middlesbrough and Blackpool is around 192km (119 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 145km (90 miles)

It takes around 3h 25m to get from Middlesbrough and Blackpool by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Middlesbrough to Blackpool is to drive which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx £34 ($40).

The cheapest way to travel between Middlesbrough and Blackpool, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £14 ($16) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Middlesbrough and Blackpool. It typically takes around 3h 25m and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Middlesbrough to Blackpool. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Leeds. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 3h 25m.

TransPennine Express Service and Northern Rail run train services between Middlesbrough and Blackpool. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 3h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Middlesbrough and Blackpool. It typically takes around 3h 40m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Middlesbrough to Blackpool. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Manchester Coach Station Chorlton St. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 3h 40m.

National Express run regular bus services between Middlesbrough and Blackpool. Buses run twice daily and take around 3h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Middlesbrough to Blackpool. We recommend that you take the train to Leeds and then to Blackpool North. instead which will take 3h 25m.

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 Middlesbrough and Blackpool. The distance is around 192km (119 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Middlesbrough to Blackpool is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around £49 ($58).

How do I get from Middlesbrough to Blackpool

Compare travel optionsbetween Middlesbrough and Blackpool

Transport options from Middlesbrough to Blackpool
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3h 25m
£49($58)
every 2 hours248km (154 miles)
Bus
3h 40m
£14($16)
twice daily264km (164 miles)
Drive
2h 15m
£34($40)
on demand192km (119 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