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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 $32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. 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 $32, while a train costs an average of $99.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$32 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Blackpool to Middlesbrough
Compare the available ways to get from Blackpool to Middlesbrough, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Blackpool to Middlesbrough:
A bus is $68 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Blackpool to Middlesbrough costing on average $99 (€83).
Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 36m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€27) compared to roughly $41 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $10 (€8). The journey takes 4h 6m 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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How to get from Blackpool to Middlesbrough by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Blackpool to Middlesbrough is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
6:50 AM5h10Blackpool12:00 PMMiddlesbrough$231One-way0 transfers
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6:50 AM5h10Blackpool12:00 PMMiddlesbrough$231One-way0 transfers
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6:50 AM5h10Blackpool12:00 PMMiddlesbrough$231One-way0 transfers
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8:00 PM7h00Blackpool3:00 AMMiddlesbrough$491One-way0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Blackpool to Middlesbrough:
A bus is $68 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Blackpool to Middlesbrough costing on average $99 (€83).
Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 36m.
- Around 16 trains per day.
- Around 4 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.
- Trains mostly depart from Blackpool North (BPN) and arrive in Middlesbrough station (MBR).
- Buses mostly depart from Blackpool, Central Coach Station and arrive in Middlesbrough, Bus Station.
- Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail to go to Middlesbrough by train.
- Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Middlesbrough by bus.
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