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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Blackpool is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Blackpool is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Blackpool station. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at North Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Underpass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Blackpool North via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Blackpool?

The distance between Cairnryan and Blackpool is 224 miles. The road distance is 196.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Blackpool without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Cairnryan to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Blackpool bus from?

Cairnryan to Blackpool bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Ferry Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Blackpool train from?

Cairnryan to Blackpool train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Blackpool is to train which takes 7h 9m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Blackpool bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Blackpool bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Blackpool train arrive?

Cairnryan to Blackpool train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Blackpool is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Cairnryan to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1924+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Cairnryan to Blackpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Blackpool by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain
6h 58m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Underpassbus
3. Take the bus from Underpass to North Stationbus 42
7h 50m
£35–60
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain
7h 9m
£111–222
Drive 195.4 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Blackpoolcar 195.4 mi
3h 37m
£48–69

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Distance: 222.9 mi
Duration: 6h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Blackpool North via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 7h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to North Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Underpass in around 7h 50m.

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