How to Travel from
Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway
by Route or Car
Schedule
Blackpool, Great Britain → Cairngorm Mountain Railway, Great Britain
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway
Composite routes from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway
Cheapest
5 h 45 min
Car
535 km.
from $29
Other
8 h 59 min
370 km.
from $328.37
11 h 17 min
370 km.
from $90.52
9 h 49 min
Train, Bus
369 km.
from $337.76
8 h 37 min
Train, Plane
369 km.
from $306.88
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Preston Bus Station to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Aviemore
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91
Megabus UK
Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Preston Bus Station to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Aviemore
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85
Scottish Citylink
Bus from Queensferry Street to Cairngorm
Ave. Duration:
3h 6m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$41.77–$58.23
Park's of Hamilton
Bus from Queensferry Street to Cairngorm
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Train operators
Avanti West Coast
Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$101.26–$265.81
Train from Blackpool North to Wigan
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$94.93
Train from Wigan North Western to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$113.92–$278.47
National Express
Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Preston Bus Station to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
4h 51m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.77–$59.49
LNER
Train from Haymarket to Aviemore
Ave. Duration:
2h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$120.25–$177.21
Train from Inverness to Aviemore
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.62–$101.26
ScotRail
Train from Haymarket to Aviemore
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$56.96–$126.58
Train from Inverness to Aviemore
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$32.91
Caledonian Sleeper
Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Preston to Aviemore
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$94.93–$126.58
TransPennine Express Service
Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$120.25
Northern Rail
Train from Blackpool North to Wigan
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$13.92
Train from Blackpool North to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$20.25
Airlines
Loganair
Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$582.26
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway?
The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway is to bus which costs $45.65 - $92.39 and takes 11h 17m.
What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway?
The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway is to drive which takes 5h 38m and costs $103.26 - $152.17 .
Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Cairngorm Mountain Railway?
No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Street and arriving at Car Park via Preston Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 17m.
How far is it from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway?
The distance between Blackpool and Cairngorm Mountain Railway is 591 km. The road distance is 519.8 km.
How do I travel from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway without a car?
The best way to get from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway without a car is to train which takes 8h 59m and costs $103.26 - $456.52 .
How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway?
It takes approximately 8h 59m to get from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway bus from?
Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Preston Bus Station.
Train or bus from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway?
The best way to get from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway is to train which takes 8h 59m and costs $103.26 - $456.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45.65 - $92.39 and takes 11h 17m.
Where does the Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway bus arrive?
Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.
Can I drive from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway?
Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway is 520 km. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Blackpool to Cairngorm Mountain Railway.
Where can I stay near Cairngorm Mountain Railway?
There are 435+ hotels available in Cairngorm Mountain Railway. Prices start at $51.34 per night.
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