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

The cheapest way to get from Shotts to Blackpool is to bus and line 61 bus which costs £17 - £55 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shotts to Blackpool is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Shotts and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Shotts to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Buchanan Street via Harthill Services, Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Shotts to Blackpool?

The distance between Shotts and Blackpool is 208 miles. The road distance is 179.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shotts to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Shotts to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shotts to Blackpool bus from?

Shotts to Blackpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train or bus from Shotts to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Shotts to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £30 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 61 bus, which costs £17 - £55 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Shotts to Blackpool bus arrive?

Shotts to Blackpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Shotts to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Shotts to Blackpool is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Shotts to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1772+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Shotts to Blackpool - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, line 61 bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Shotts 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 Motherwell to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 43m
£32–134
Bus, line 61 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Street61
6h 38m
£17–53
Drive 178.1 mi
1. Drive from Shotts to Blackpool178.1 mi
3h 11m
£45–65
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Shotts to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
7h 7m
£83–216
Bus, line 68 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stn181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Street68
7h 37m
£33–42
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 18m
£89–255
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Shotts to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
7h 34m
£90–278

Shotts to Blackpool by train and bus

149Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 207.1 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Motherwell to Preston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £24–110 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Buchanan Street via Harthill Services, Buchanan Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 38m.

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