How to travel from Blackpool to Middlesbrough

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Compare train and bus for Blackpool to Middlesbrough

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, while a train costs an average of €41.

Distance: 90 miles (145 km)

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€20

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€41

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€34

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4h 27m

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3h 57m

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4h 19m

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3h 49m

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2h 35m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Blackpool to Middlesbrough is a bus with an average price of €20.

This is compared to other travel options from Blackpool to Middlesbrough:

A bus is €22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Blackpool to Middlesbrough costing on average €41.

The fastest way to travel from Blackpool to Middlesbrough is by train with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Blackpool and Middlesbrough including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Blackpool to Middlesbrough among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €20 compared to roughly €34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €14. The journey takes 3h 57m versus 2h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Blackpool to Middlesbrough

How to get from Blackpool to Middlesbrough by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Blackpool to Middlesbrough is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    6:50 AM9h10
    Blackpool
    4:00 PMMiddlesbrough
    201One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    6:50 AM9h10
    Blackpool
    4:00 PMMiddlesbrough
    201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    6:50 AM9h10
    Blackpool
    4:00 PMMiddlesbrough
    201One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Blackpool to Middlesbrough

Travel to Middlesbrough easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Blackpool to Middlesbrough.

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There are 2 options to travel between Blackpool and Middlesbrough including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Blackpool to Middlesbrough is a bus with an average price of €20.

This is compared to other travel options from Blackpool to Middlesbrough:

A bus is €22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Blackpool to Middlesbrough costing on average €41.

The fastest way to travel from Blackpool to Middlesbrough is by train with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 27m.

The distance from Blackpool to Middlesbrough is approximately 90 miles (145 km).
The average frequency per day from Blackpool to Middlesbrough is:
  • Around 20 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Blackpool and Middlesbrough as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Blackpool to Middlesbrough:
  • Buses mostly depart from Blackpool, Central Coach Station and arrive in Middlesbrough, Bus Station.
  • Trains mostly depart from Blackpool North (BPN) and arrive in Middlesbrough station (MBR).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Blackpool to Middlesbrough, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Middlesbrough by bus.
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited to go to Middlesbrough by train.
Omio customers who travel from Blackpool to Middlesbrough often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Newcastle, Leeds, Birmingham. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Middlesbrough and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Middlesbrough to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To explore Middlesbrough's main attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended. This allows time to visit highlights such as the Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art, Tees Transporter Bridge, and Albert Park.

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