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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Scotland is to bus which costs £17 - £26 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Scotland is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £20 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool station to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from North Station and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Underpass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Scotland?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Glasgow Central via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Scotland?

The distance between Blackpool and Scotland is 209 miles. The road distance is 186.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Scotland without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £20 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Blackpool to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Scotland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Scotland train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Scotland?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Scotland is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £20 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £26 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Blackpool to Scotland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Scotland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Scotland is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Blackpool to Scotland.

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

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Where can I stay near Scotland?

There are 1366+ hotels available in Scotland.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Blackpool to Scotland 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 Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 4m
£20–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Station to Underpass42
2. Take the bus from Underpass to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
5h 29m
£17–25
Drive 185.8 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Glasgow185.8 mi
3h 15m
£46–66
Train, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
4h 43m
£81–214
Line 68 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Bus Station68 / ...
2. Take the bus from Preston Coach Station to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 57megabus M11
6h 24m
£17–25
Train, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
5h 12m
£98–254

Blackpool to Scotland by train

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Distance: 207.8 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £17–110 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Station to Buchanan Bus Station via Underpass in around 5h 29m.

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