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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Falkirk is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Falkirk is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool station to Falkirk station. However, there are services departing from North Station and arriving at Grahamston Station via Underpass and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Preston and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Falkirk?

The distance between Blackpool and Falkirk is 232 miles. The road distance is 193 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Falkirk without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 20m and costs £30 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Blackpool to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Falkirk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Falkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Falkirk is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 20m and costs £30 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Blackpool to Falkirk bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Falkirk train arrive?

Blackpool to Falkirk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Falkirk is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Blackpool to Falkirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Falkirk?

There are 846+ hotels available in Falkirk.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Blackpool to Falkirk 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 via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Preston to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 20m
£31–146
Bus
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 Grahamston StationX37
7h 13m
Drive 191.8 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Falkirk191.8 mi
3h 31m
£47–68
Train to Liverpool, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Street
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
6h 29m
£84–264
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to StirlingLondon Euston - Inverness
5h 52m
£65–166
Train to Liverpool, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Street
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LPL - GLA
6h 7m
£76–219
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
6h 32m
£80–194

Blackpool to Falkirk by train

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4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 230.4 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £19–70 and the journey takes 2h 23m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Station to Grahamston Station via Underpass and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 13m.

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