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

The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Blackpool is to bus and line 61 bus which costs £18 - £50 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greenock to Blackpool is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Greenock and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenock to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Stance 1 and arriving at Buchanan Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Greenock and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Greenock to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Greenock West and arriving at Blackpool North via Glasgow Central and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Greenock to Blackpool?

The distance between Greenock and Blackpool is 232 miles. The road distance is 210 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greenock to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Greenock to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Blackpool bus from?

Greenock to Blackpool bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Stance 1 station.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Blackpool train from?

Greenock to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Greenock to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Greenock to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £30 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 61 bus, which costs £18 - £50 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Greenock to Blackpool bus arrive?

Greenock to Blackpool bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Greenock to Blackpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greenock to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenock to Blackpool is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Greenock to Blackpool.

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

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Greenock to Blackpool - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 61 bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Greenock to Blackpool 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 Glasgow Central to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 54m
£31–131
Bus, line 61 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Bus Station906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Street61
7h 8m
£18–49
Drive 208.8 mi
1. Drive from Greenock to Blackpool208.8 mi
3h 36m
£53–76
Fly 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 18m
£78–179
Bus, line 68 bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Waterloo Lane906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stn181 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Street68
8h 45m
£37–49
Fly 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
£85–251

Greenock to Blackpool by train

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3h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 230.8 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £19–110 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 8m.

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