How to get from Antrim to Blackpool
The fastest way to travel from Antrim to Blackpool takes approximately 734 minutes with 6 transfers. You can use bus, ferry and train. We found 2 route options for you.
From Antrim to Blackpool
Fastest Route
734 min
513.3 km
6 transfers
218
96
ScotRail
ScotRail
ScotRail
TransPennine Express
Northern
Departs from:
Mount Oriel Court
Walking:
22 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Mount Oriel Court
2
Take
218
Bus
Direction: Buscentre - Coleraine - Laganside Buscentre - Belfast
From Mount Oriel Court
to Laganside Bus Station
(5 stops, 35 min)
3
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to T & G Transport House
4
Take
96
Bus
Direction: City Centre - Duncrue Road - Westbank Road - Stena Line Terminal
From T & G Transport House
to Stena Line terminus
(19 stops, 14 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Belfast Port
6
Take
ScotRail
Ferry
Direction: Burnfoot Bridge
From Belfast Port
to Burnfoot Bridge
7
Take
ScotRail
Bus
Direction: Ayr
From Burnfoot Bridge
to Ayr
8
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Ayr
9
Take
ScotRail
Train
Direction: Glasgow Central
From Ayr
to Glasgow Central
(9 stops, 51 min)
10
Take
TransPennine Express
Train
Direction: Manchester Airport
From Glasgow Central
to Preston (Lancs)
(5 stops, 158 min)
11
Take
Northern
Train
Direction: Blackpool North
From Preston (Lancs)
to Blackpool North
(3 stops, 25 min)
12
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Blackpool
Public transport stations close to Antrim
Antrim is located in Blackpool and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Antrim:
- Antrim
Bus stations close to Antrim:
- Antrim Depot
- Mount Oriel Court
- Technical College
- Oriel Road
Public transport stations close to Blackpool
Blackpool is located in Blackpool and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Blackpool:
- Blackpool North
Bus stations close to Blackpool:
- Topping Street
- Church Street
- Corporation Street CO1
- Corporation Street CO 2
Alternative Route
651 min
517.7 km
6 transfers
Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central
96
ScotRail
ScotRail
ScotRail
Avanti West Coast
Northern
Departs from:
Antrim
Walking:
22 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 0 min
to Antrim
2
Take
Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central
Train
Direction: Belfast Great Central
From Antrim
to Yorkgate
(4 stops, 20 min)
3
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Nelson Street (York Street Underpass)
4
Take
96
Bus
Direction: City Centre - Duncrue Road - Westbank Road - Stena Line Terminal
From Nelson Street (York Street Underpass)
to Stena Line terminus
(17 stops, 12 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Belfast Port
6
Take
ScotRail
Ferry
Direction: Burnfoot Bridge
From Belfast Port
to Burnfoot Bridge
7
Take
ScotRail
Bus
Direction: Ayr
From Burnfoot Bridge
to Ayr
8
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Ayr
9
Take
ScotRail
Train
Direction: Glasgow Central
From Ayr
to Glasgow Central
(9 stops, 51 min)
10
Take
Avanti West Coast
Train
Direction: Euston
From Glasgow Central
to Preston (Lancs)
(5 stops, 144 min)
11
Take
Northern
Train
Direction: Blackpool North
From Preston (Lancs)
to Blackpool North
(2 stops, 23 min)
12
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Blackpool
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Antrim to Blackpool.
How do I travel from Antrim to Blackpool in Blackpool?
The quickest journey from Antrim to Blackpool takes approximately 734 minutes via the 218 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Blackpool from Antrim?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 651 minutes using the Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central train line.
Can I get directly from Antrim to Blackpool without changing?
This route requires 6 transfers. The complete journey takes about 734 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Antrim and Blackpool?
The 218 line provides bus service between Mount Oriel Court and Blackpool North in Blackpool.
What is the journey time from Antrim to Blackpool by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Antrim to Blackpool in Blackpool takes approximately 734 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Antrim to Blackpool?
Board the 218 bus at Mount Oriel Court station, located near Antrim in Blackpool.
Which station is closest to Blackpool?
The nearest stop to Blackpool is Blackpool North station. Exit here to reach your destination in Blackpool.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.