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

The cheapest way to get from Shotts to Blackpool is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shotts to Blackpool is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Shotts and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Shotts to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Buchanan Street via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Shotts and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Shotts to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Shotts and arriving at Blackpool North via Glasgow Central and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Shotts to Blackpool?

The distance between Shotts and Blackpool is 229 miles. The road distance is 179.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shotts to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Shotts to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shotts to Blackpool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shotts to Blackpool train from?

Shotts to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Shotts to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Shotts to Blackpool is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Shotts to Blackpool bus arrive?

Shotts to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Shotts to Blackpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shotts to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Shotts to Blackpool is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Shotts to Blackpool.

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

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Shotts to Blackpool - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Shotts to Blackpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 55m
£53–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
7h 38m
£35–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Lancastertrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Common Garden Street to Abingdon Streetbus 42
5h 56m
£53–94
Drive 178.1 mi
1. Drive from Shotts to Blackpoolcar 178.1 mi
3h 13m
£44–64
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Shotts to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 11m
£89–211
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 35m
£80–230
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Shotts to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 25m
£94–239

Shotts to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 227.3 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £27–45 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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