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

The cheapest way to get from Gretna to Blackpool is to bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gretna to Blackpool is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Gretna and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Gretna to Blackpool station. However, there are services departing from School and arriving at North Station via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Gretna and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Gretna to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Gretna Green and arriving at Blackpool North via Carlisle and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Gretna to Blackpool?

The distance between Gretna and Blackpool is 117 miles. The road distance is 101.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gretna to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £27 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Gretna to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gretna to Blackpool bus from?

Gretna to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gretna to Blackpool train from?

Gretna to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Gretna to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Gretna to Blackpool is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £27 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Gretna to Blackpool bus arrive?

Gretna to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Gretna to Blackpool train arrive?

Gretna to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Gretna to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Gretna to Blackpool is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Gretna to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Blackpool Northtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2h 9m
£27–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to North Stationbus 42
5h 26m
£16–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Abingdon Streetbus 42
3h 32m
£31–56
Drive 101.2 mi
1. Drive from Gretna to Blackpoolcar 101.2 mi
1h 50m
£25–36

Gretna to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 116.4 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Gretna Green to Blackpool North via Carlisle and Preston in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from School to North Station via Broadacre House, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 26m.

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