Blackpool Pleasure Beach to Eccles (Manchester) by train
| First train | 05:32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:29 | |
| Departure station | Blackpool Pleasure Beach | |
| Arrival station | Eccles (Manchester) | |
| Journey time | From 1h 44m | |
| Distance | 36 miles (58 km) | |
| Frequency | 11 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Travel from Blackpool Pleasure Beach to Eccles (Manchester) by train in 1 hour 44 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Blackpool Pleasure Beach to Eccles (Manchester) by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Blackpool Pleasure Beach to Eccles (Manchester) by train is 3 hours 43 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 44 minutes. You'll usually find 11 trains per day travelling the 36 miles (58 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Eccles (Manchester). You'll be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express on your way to Eccles (Manchester), as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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