What is the cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran to Blackpool?

The cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran to Blackpool is to ferry and bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 9h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Isle of Arran to Blackpool?

The fastest way to get from Isle of Arran to Blackpool is to ferry and train which takes 5h 52m and costs £35 - £150.

How far is it from Isle of Arran to Blackpool?

The distance between Isle of Arran and Blackpool is 267 miles.

How do I travel from Isle of Arran to Blackpool without a car?

The best way to get from Isle of Arran to Blackpool without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 9h 57m and costs £30 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Isle of Arran to Blackpool?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Isle of Arran to Blackpool, including transfers.

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Isle of Arran to Blackpool - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Isle of Arran to Blackpool by ferry, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Troon Ferry Terminal
2. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
5h 52m
£35–142
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Troon Ferry TerminalCm5b
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
9h 57m
£34–90
Ferry, train via Carlisle
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Troon Ferry Terminal
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Preston
7h 32m
£56–172

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Isle of Arran to Blackpool.

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Distance: 265.7 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Isle of Arran, Scotland and Blackpool, England?

There is no direct connection from Isle of Arran to Blackpool. However, you can drive to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Troon Ferry Terminal, drive to Irvine, take the train to Glasgow Central, take the train to Preston, then take the train to Blackpool North. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Isle of Arran to Buchanan Street via Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, Troon Ferry Terminal, Garden Place, Dunlop Street, Kilmarnock Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 57m.

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