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How to get fromKirkcudbright to Blackpoolby bus, train, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Kirkcudbright to Blackpool by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Harbour Square Shelter to Swimming Poolbus bus 502 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Swimming Pool to Dumfries stationbus bus 500
    3. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train
    4. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain train
    5. Take the train from Preston to Blackpool Northtrain train
    4h 30m

  2. Drive  152.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Kirkcudbright to Blackpoolcar car 152.5 mi
    2h 50m
    £38–55

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  • Distance: 168.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 30m

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

There is no direct connection from Kirkcudbright to Blackpool. However, you can take the bus to Swimming Pool, take the bus to Dumfries station, walk to Dumfries, take the train to Carlisle, take the train to Preston, then take the train to Blackpool North. Alternatively, you can drive from Kirkcudbright to Blackpool in around 2h 50m.

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