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Blackpool to The Scottish Borders

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Six ways to Travel from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders

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Cheapest
By car (253 km)
2 h 49 min
253 km.
from $13
Other
Rideshare
2 h 49 min
253 km.
from $9.63
Train, Bus
4 h 47 min
196 km.
from $138.48
Bus (Line 68 bus)
8 h 7 min
195 km.
from $39.23
Train
5 h 1 min
196 km.
from $221.37
Bus (Bus)
7 h 46 min
196 km.
from $56.07

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bus Station to Halston
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$22.78
Bus from Preston Bus Station to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$22.78

Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire

Phone:
+44 151 330 6200
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/about/merseyside-and-south-lancashire
Bus from Market Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.78–$3.92

Borders Buses

Phone:
01896 754350
Email:
Website:
bordersbuses.co.uk/
Bus from Market Hall to Lindean
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$7.59–$10.76

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$151.89
Train from Preston to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$101.26–$265.81

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Bus Station to Halston
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$69.62
Train from Preston to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$126.58

West Coast Railways

Phone:
+44 1524 732100
Email:
Website:
westcoastrailways.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Once a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders is to line 68 bus and bus which costs $22.83 - $32.61 and takes 8h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and The Scottish Borders?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Street and arriving at Lindean Bus Shelter via Bus Station and Market Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and The Scottish Borders?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Galashiels via Preston and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders?

The distance between Blackpool and The Scottish Borders is 264 km. The road distance is 252.4 km.

How do I travel from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 47m and costs $35.87 - $206.52 .

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to The Scottish Borders bus from?

Blackpool to The Scottish Borders bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to The Scottish Borders train from?

Blackpool to The Scottish Borders train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders?

The best way to get from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs $59.78 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $32.61 - $46.74 and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Blackpool to The Scottish Borders bus arrive?

Blackpool to The Scottish Borders bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Halston Hotel station.

Where does the Blackpool to The Scottish Borders train arrive?

Blackpool to The Scottish Borders train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to The Scottish Borders is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to The Scottish Borders?

Book your Blackpool to The Scottish Borders train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near The Scottish Borders?

There are 316+ hotels available in The Scottish Borders. Prices start at $75.10 per night.
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