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What is the best way to travel from Blackpool to Plymouth?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Plymouth from Blackpool. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
11h 55m
£31
£39
1
Train
8h 10m
£79
£79
16

What is the cheapest way to reach Plymouth from Blackpool?

You can reach Plymouth with just £31 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
Tuesday
from £31
Wednesday
from £39
Thursday
Friday
from £45
Saturday
from £42
Sunday
from £79

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    12h 5m
    0
    15:50
    Blackpool
    Central Coach Station
    03:55
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    12h 5m
    0
    15:50
    Blackpool
    Central Coach Station
    03:55
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    12h 5m
    0
    15:50
    Blackpool
    Central Coach Station
    03:55
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    11h 55m
    0
    16:00
    Blackpool
    Central Coach Station
    03:55
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    8h 31m
    0
    12:16
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    20:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £79
  • Northern
    8h 53m
    0
    13:57
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    22:50
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £79
  • Northern
    8h 10m
    0
    12:37
    Blackpool
    North Station
    20:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £79
  • Northern
    8h 13m
    0
    14:37
    Blackpool
    North Station
    22:50
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £79
  • Northern
    9h 34m
    0
    13:16
    Blackpool
    South Station
    22:50
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £79

What are the fastest trips from Blackpool to Plymouth?

You can get to Plymouth from Blackpool in just 8h 10m with a Train from Northern. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
Tuesday
from 12h 5m
Wednesday
from 12h 5m
Thursday
Friday
from 12h 5m
Saturday
from 11h 55m
Sunday
from 8h 10m

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    12h 5m
    0
    15:50
    Blackpool
    Central Coach Station
    03:55
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    12h 5m
    0
    15:50
    Blackpool
    Central Coach Station
    03:55
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    12h 5m
    0
    15:50
    Blackpool
    Central Coach Station
    03:55
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    11h 55m
    0
    16:00
    Blackpool
    Central Coach Station
    03:55
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    8h 10m
    0
    12:37
    Blackpool
    North Station
    20:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £79
  • Northern
    8h 13m
    0
    14:37
    Blackpool
    North Station
    22:50
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £79
  • Northern
    8h 31m
    0
    12:16
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    20:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £79
  • Northern
    8h 53m
    0
    13:57
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    22:50
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £79
  • Northern
    9h 34m
    0
    13:16
    Blackpool
    South Station
    22:50
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £79
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Blackpool to Plymouth

What are the most popular stations in Blackpool and Plymouth?

In Blackpool, you will usually depart from North Station, South Station or Layton Station, while in Plymouth you will be arriving at Central Station, Dockyard Station or Marsh Mills, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Plymouth from Blackpool? With 1 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Blackpool and Plymouth, you can pay as low as £31 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Northern: you will get to Plymouth in just 8h 10m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Blackpool and Plymouth are Northern and National Express, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Blackpool and Plymouth is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Poulton-le-Fylde or to Torpoint, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Blackpool to Plymouth?

The most popular companies between Blackpool and Plymouth, are Northern and National Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: Northern

All you need to know when you travel from Blackpool to Plymouth

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Blackpool to Plymouth. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Blackpool to Plymouth

How can I reach Plymouth from Blackpool?

Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Plymouth from Blackpool.

How far is Plymouth from Blackpool?

The distance between Blackpool and Plymouth is 390.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Blackpool and Plymouth?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 66 kgs, and a flight 96 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Blackpool to Plymouth?

You can get to Plymouth with just £31 by taking a Bus from National Express.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Plymouth in just 8h 10m with a Train from Northern.

More routes to Blackpool and to Plymouth

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Blackpool and to Plymouth. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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