Blackpool Transportation

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Blackpool got its first trams in 1885 and some of the trams that trundle along the coast through Blackpool and on to Fleetwood certainly feel that old! The tram line is 18 km long and the most used section is between Pleasure Beach and Bispham.
The trams do at least move quickly and fare collection is by cash to a travelling conductor - two control each tram - sit on the left Fleetwood bound for sea views and the best views of the autumn illuminations.
Fares are expensive so consider a day ticket at £6.00 (over 55s - £5.50) if you are travelling through the day.
Renovation is taking place - by 2012 the tramway will have faster , modern trams and new stations/stops.
Recommended as part of the Blackpool experience.

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Travelled through Blackpool airport on our way to the Isle of Man in Oct '08. A little surprised how busy it was, saw international flights operated by Ryanair and Jet2 while we were there, I guess there are others too.
It's easy to get to by car, follow signs from the M55 but, if you intend to leave your car in the airport capark be sure to pre book, prices are very high otherwise.

It?s never been easier to get to Blackpool, in reason years with the invasion of no frills airlines, it now possible to fly direct to Blackpool.

Ryan Air serve Dublin and Girona airports whilst Jet2 serves Blackpool from Palma, Belfast, Alicante and Murcia.

Officially opened on September 29 1885, Blackpool's World famous trams stretch for over 12 miles along the Promenade. Blackpool's electric trams are a main attraction in the Illumination season ranging from Rockets to antique cars.

Officially opened on September 29 1885, Blackpool's World famous trams stretch for over 12 miles along the Promenade. Blackpool's electric trams are a main attraction in the Illumination season ranging from Rockets to antique cars.

If you're coming to Blackpool for the Pleasure Beach/Sandcastle then don't even bother catching a train to Blackpool North. You'll be miles away from where you want to be and will probably have a longer wait and more uncomfortable journey in all the crowds. Instead, catch the train to Blackpool South - it stops right by the Pleasure Beach.

There Buses and taxis that travel around blackpool, but the best and most fun is the trams.

Blackpool had the worlds first permanent electric street tramway in 1885 and the more familiar overhead trolley trams were unveiled in 1899. They still historical trams during the summer season and offer a great view of the golden mile.
The track is stretches from star gate the furthest point south of the golden mile and ends at near by town of Fleetwood some 12 miles north of star gate.

One day Family ticket - valid for up to 2 adults and 3 children, or 1 adult and 4 children (1 adult and 1 child on all journeys)
?14.00

Blackpool's tramway runs along the Promenade. I didn't actually use it, prefering instead to walk. But it's a good feature, reducing the need to drive. Driving is a hassle in Britain, especially at a resort town, during the summer tourist season. Besides, they run more trams during the summer.