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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Blackpool is to bus and train which costs £75 - £110 and takes 10h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Blackpool is to train and fly which takes 5h 20m and costs £100 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Braelossie Place and arriving at Buchanan Street via Union Street, Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Blackpool North via Edinburgh Waverley and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Elgin to Blackpool?

The distance between Elgin and Blackpool is 408 miles. The road distance is 344.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 7h 40m and costs £55 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Elgin to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Blackpool bus from?

Elgin to Blackpool bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Braelossie Place station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Blackpool train from?

Elgin to Blackpool train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Elgin to Blackpool is to train which takes 7h 40m and costs £55 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 44m.

Where does the Elgin to Blackpool bus arrive?

Elgin to Blackpool bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Where does the Elgin to Blackpool train arrive?

Elgin to Blackpool train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Blackpool is 344 miles. It takes approximately 6h 26m to drive from Elgin to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Elgin to Blackpool - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Elgin to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh WaverleyInverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PrestonEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
7h 40m
£60–210
Train via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Preston
8h 2m
£49–176
Bus
1. Take the bus from Braelossie Place to Union StreetE7
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station
10h 44m
Drive 342.2 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Blackpool342.2 mi
6h 26m
£85–122
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Airport Terminal Stance 1
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
5h 55m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4M96
2. Take the train from Inverness to PrestonInverness - London Euston
10h 18m
£78–109
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Station
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
5h 20m
£109–272
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Airport Terminal Stance 1
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Liverpool (LPL)ABZ - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
9h 18m
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Airport Terminal Stance 1
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)ABZ - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Preston
7h 45m

Elgin to Blackpool by train

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7h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 405.6 mi
Duration: 7h 40m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Blackpool North via Edinburgh Waverley and Preston in around 7h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Braelossie Place to Buchanan Street via Union Street, Buchanan Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 44m.

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