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The Scottish Borders to Blackpool

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2 h 49 min
252 km.
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Six ways to Travel from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool

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Cheapest
By car (252 km)
2 h 49 min
252 km.
from $13
Other
Rideshare
2 h 49 min
252 km.
from $9.59
Bus, Train
3 h 57 min
195 km.
from $67.66
Bus (Bus)
7 h 17 min
195 km.
from $39.36
Train
4 h 51 min
196 km.
from $222.30
Bus (Bus)
7 h 18 min
195 km.
from $56.22

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$22.78
Bus from Halston Hotel to Bus
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Twice 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 Bus Station to Market
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.78–$3.92
Bus from Bus Station to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.78–$3.92

Borders Buses

Phone:
01896 754350
Email:
Website:
bordersbuses.co.uk/
Bus from Lindean Bus Shelter to Chapel
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
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 Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$151.89
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$101.26–$265.81

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Halston Hotel to Bus
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 Galashiels to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$69.62
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$126.58

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.25–$27.85

West Coast Railways

Phone:
+44 1524 732100
Email:
Website:
westcoastrailways.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool is to bus and line 68 bus which costs $22.83 - $32.61 and takes 7h 17m.

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Lindean Bus Shelter and arriving at Market Street via Carlisle and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

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

No, there is no direct train from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Blackpool North via Edinburgh Waverley and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool?

The distance between The Scottish Borders and Blackpool is 263 km. The road distance is 252.2 km.

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

The best way to get from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 57m and costs $29.35 - $206.52 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool, including transfers.

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

The Scottish Borders to Blackpool bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Lindean Bus Shelter station.

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

The Scottish Borders to Blackpool train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.

Train or bus from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool?

The best way to get from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs $59.78 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 68 bus, which costs $22.83 - $32.61 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the The Scottish Borders to Blackpool bus arrive?

The Scottish Borders to Blackpool bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Chapel Street station.

Where does the The Scottish Borders to Blackpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1690+ hotels available in Blackpool. Prices start at $31.30 per night.
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