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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from North Station and arriving at Princes Street via Underpass and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Edinburgh?

The distance between Blackpool and Edinburgh is 209 miles. The road distance is 185 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £27 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Blackpool to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Edinburgh bus from?

Blackpool to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from North Station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Edinburgh train from?

Blackpool to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £27 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £40 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Blackpool to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Blackpool to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Underpass station.

Where does the Blackpool to Edinburgh train arrive?

Blackpool to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Edinburgh is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Blackpool to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Blackpool to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Blackpool to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 36m
£27–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Station to Underpass42
2. Take the bus from Underpass to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
6h 30m
£26–39
Drive 183.9 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Edinburgh183.9 mi
3h 31m
£45–65
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Huyton
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
5h 58m
£77–212
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
5h 55m
£71–184
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
6h 17m
£51–186

Blackpool to Edinburgh by train

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3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 207.5 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £24–110 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Station to Princes Street via Underpass and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 30m.

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