What is the cheapest way to get from Balloch to Blackpool?

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Blackpool is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balloch to Blackpool?

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Blackpool is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch to Blackpool station. However, there are services departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at North Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Underpass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Blackpool North via Hyndland, Glasgow Central and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Balloch to Blackpool?

The distance between Balloch and Blackpool is 228 miles. The road distance is 207.3 miles.

How do I travel from Balloch to Blackpool without a car?

The best way to get from Balloch to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Balloch to Blackpool?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Balloch to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Blackpool bus from?

Balloch to Blackpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Blackpool train from?

Balloch to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Balloch to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Balloch to Blackpool is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Balloch to Blackpool bus arrive?

Balloch to Blackpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Underpass station.

Where does the Balloch to Blackpool train arrive?

Balloch to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Balloch to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch to Blackpool is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Balloch to Blackpool.

How do I get a train ticket from Balloch to Blackpool?

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Balloch to Blackpool - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Balloch to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 13m
£59–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Underpassbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Underpass to North Stationbus 42
6h 54m
£28–43
Drive 206 mi
1. Drive from Balloch to Blackpoolcar 206 mi
3h 40m
£51–73
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
6h 3m
£73–213
Bus via Lancaster
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Abingdon Streetbus 42
8h 8m
£46–98
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
6h 52m
£73–216
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Prestontrain
6h 6m
£68–181

Balloch to Blackpool by train

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4h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 226.8 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Blackpool, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to North Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Underpass in around 6h 54m.

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