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

The cheapest way to get from Markinch to Blackpool is to bus which costs £23 - £60 and takes 8h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Markinch to Blackpool is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Markinch and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Markinch to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Buchanan Street via Bus Station, North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Markinch and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Markinch to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Markinch and arriving at Blackpool North via Edinburgh Waverley and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Markinch to Blackpool?

The distance between Markinch and Blackpool is 241 miles. The road distance is 217.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Markinch to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Markinch to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Markinch to Blackpool bus from?

Markinch to Blackpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Markinch to Blackpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Markinch to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Markinch to Blackpool is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 8h 36m.

Where does the Markinch to Blackpool bus arrive?

Markinch to Blackpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Markinch to Blackpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Markinch to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Markinch to Blackpool is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Markinch to Blackpool.

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

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Markinch to Blackpool - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Markinch to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Markinch to Edinburgh WaverleyDundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PrestonEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 42m
£36–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station
8h 36m
£23–60
Drive 216.1 mi
1. Drive from Markinch to Blackpool216.1 mi
3h 49m
£54–78
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Markinch to Edinburgh Gateway
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
6h 40m
£84–210
Train via Wigan
1. Take the train from Markinch to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North Western
3. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Blackpool North
5h 56m
£53–159
Train, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Markinch to Edinburgh Gateway
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
7h 12m
£91–272

Markinch to Blackpool by train

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4h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 239.9 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Markinch to Blackpool North via Edinburgh Waverley and Preston in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Buchanan Street via Bus Station, North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 36m.

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