Blackpool to Cardiff: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Blackpool from Cardiff?
The distance from Blackpool to Cardiff is 161.5 miles (259.9 km) as the crow flies. Cardiff is located S of Blackpool. By car, the driving distance is approximately 226.9 miles, taking about 4h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United Kingdom.
For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.
Coordinates come from public place data for Blackpool and Cardiff. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Blackpool to Cardiff
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 54 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
- You could travel this distance about 154.2 times to circle the Earth's equator