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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Kilmarnock is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool station to Kilmarnock station. However, there are services departing from North Station and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Underpass and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Kilmarnock via Preston and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Blackpool and Kilmarnock is 233 miles. The road distance is 183.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Kilmarnock without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £29 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Blackpool to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Kilmarnock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Kilmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Kilmarnock is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £29 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Blackpool to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Kilmarnock train arrive?

Blackpool to Kilmarnock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Kilmarnock is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Blackpool to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 496+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to KilmarnockGlasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
4h 19m
£29–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Station to Underpass42
2. Take the bus from Underpass to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
6h 7m
£21–31
Drive 182.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Kilmarnock182.7 mi
3h 28m
£45–65
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)MAN - GLA
7h 8m
£70–164
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Abingdon Street to Queens Square42
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
5h 34m
£43–66
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Huyton
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LPL - GLA
6h 44m
£76–182

Blackpool to Kilmarnock by train

215Weekly Trains

4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 231.6 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Kilmarnock via Preston and Glasgow Central in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Station to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Underpass and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 7m.

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