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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Blackpool is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Blackpool is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Buchanan Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Blackpool North via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Blackpool?

The distance between Falkirk and Blackpool is 234 miles. The road distance is 192.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £65 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Falkirk to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Blackpool bus from?

Falkirk to Blackpool bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew`s Church station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Blackpool train from?

Falkirk to Blackpool train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Falkirk Grahamston station.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Blackpool is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £65 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Falkirk to Blackpool bus arrive?

Falkirk to Blackpool bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Falkirk to Blackpool train arrive?

Falkirk to Blackpool train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Blackpool is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Falkirk to Blackpool.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to PrestonInverness - London Euston
4h 17m
£67–91
Train via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the train from Haymarket to PrestonEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 17m
£35–182
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus StationX37
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
7h 23m
Drive 191.4 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Blackpool191.4 mi
3h 30m
£48–70
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
6h 31m
£83–208
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
7h 3m
£90–270
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 8m
£82–252

Falkirk to Blackpool by train

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4h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 232.7 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Preston once daily. Tickets cost £60–80 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 23m.

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