What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 6h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool station. However, there are services departing from Terminal and arriving at North Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Underpass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Blackpool North via Haymarket and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Blackpool is 214 miles. The road distance is 188.6 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £80 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool bus from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool train from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool bus arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool is 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1926+ hotels available in Blackpool.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Blackpool. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpool by train, bus, rideshare, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 3m
£80–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Air
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Underpassbus
3. Take the bus from Underpass to North Stationbus 42
6h 47m
£30–52
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Blackpoolrideshare 187.5 mi
3h 32m
Drive 187.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Blackpoolcar 187.5 mi
3h 32m
£46–66
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
4h 32m
£66–169
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
5h 9m
£72–191

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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Distance: 212.4 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland and Blackpool, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Haymarket to Preston every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 16m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal to North Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Underpass in around 6h 47m.

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