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How to get fromBlackpool to Wigtownby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Blackpool to Wigtown by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus via Carlisle

    best
    1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain train
    2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain train
    3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Smokehousesbus bus 500
    5h 54m

  2. Drive  174.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Blackpool to Wigtowncar car 174.5 mi
    3h 15m
    £44–64

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Preston to Lockerbietrain train Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
    2. Take the bus from Stance 5 to Stance 1bus bus 500
    7h 50m

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  • Distance: 197.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 54m

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

There is no direct connection from Blackpool to Wigtown. However, you can take the train to Preston, take the train to Carlisle, take the train to Dumfries, walk to Dumfries station, take the bus to Smokehouses, then take the taxi to Wigtown. Alternatively, you can take a train from Blackpool North to Primary School via Preston, Lockerbie, Hall, Stance 5, and Stance 3 in around 7h 50m.

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