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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Dunfermline is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool station to Dunfermline station. However, there are services departing from North Station and arriving at Bus Station via Underpass, Buchanan Bus Station and High Street Stance B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Preston and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Dunfermline?

The distance between Blackpool and Dunfermline is 223 miles. The road distance is 201.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Dunfermline without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Blackpool to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Dunfermline bus from?

Blackpool to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from North Station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Dunfermline train from?

Blackpool to Dunfermline train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Dunfermline is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Blackpool to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Blackpool to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Underpass station.

Where does the Blackpool to Dunfermline train arrive?

Blackpool to Dunfermline train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Dunfermline is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Blackpool to Dunfermline.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackpool to Dunfermline?

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Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

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Blackpool to Dunfermline - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to Dunfermline by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 26m
£77–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Station to Underpassbus 42
2. Take the bus from Underpass to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
7h 56m
£31–48
Drive 200.5 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Dunfermlinecar 200.5 mi
3h 39m
£50–72
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LPL - EDI
6h 20m
£91–212
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
6h 44m
£82–199

Blackpool to Dunfermline by train

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Distance: 221.7 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 23m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Station to Bus Station via Underpass, Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and High Street Stance B in around 7h 56m.

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