Cities Near Blackpool
Cities near Blackpool, UK: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Fylde, Southport, Preston. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Blackpool, UK is Fylde, about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 19 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fylde | 6 mi / 9 km | 19 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Southport | 12 mi / 19 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Preston | 15 mi / 23 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Morecambe | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Crosby | 23 mi / 38 km | 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Blackburn | 24 mi / 38 km | 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Wigan | 25 mi / 41 km | 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| St Helens | 28 mi / 46 km | 55 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bolton | 30 mi / 48 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Rossendale | 33 mi / 53 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Blackpool
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Fylde, Southport, Preston, Morecambe, Crosby. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Blackpool include Fylde, Southport, Preston, Morecambe, Crosby. The closest is Fylde, about 6 miles (9 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.