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

The cheapest way to get from Coatbridge to Blackpool is to bus and line 61 bus which costs £18 - £55 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coatbridge to Blackpool is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Coatbridge and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Coatbridge to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Bus Stance and arriving at Buchanan Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Coatbridge and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Coatbridge to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Whifflet and arriving at Blackpool North via Motherwell and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Coatbridge to Blackpool?

The distance between Coatbridge and Blackpool is 201 miles. The road distance is 181.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coatbridge to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Coatbridge to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coatbridge to Blackpool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Coatbridge to Blackpool train from?

Coatbridge to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Coatbridge to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Coatbridge to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £30 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 61 bus, which costs £18 - £55 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Coatbridge to Blackpool bus arrive?

Coatbridge to Blackpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Coatbridge to Blackpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Coatbridge to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Coatbridge to Blackpool is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Coatbridge to Blackpool.

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

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Coatbridge to Blackpool - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, line 61 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 20m
£31–132
Bus, line 61 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Street61
6h 11m
£18–51
Drive 180.2 mi
1. Drive from Coatbridge to Blackpool180.2 mi
3h 7m
£46–66
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
6h 20m
£69–170
Bus, line 68 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stn181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Street68
7h 18m
£28–39
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
7h 2m
£76–232
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
7h 2m
£79–267

Coatbridge to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 200.1 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Motherwell to Preston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £24–110 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Stance to Buchanan Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station in around 6h 11m.

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