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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Blackpool is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Blackpool is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Blackpool station. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at North Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Underpass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer 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 5h 47m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Blackpool?

The distance between Stranraer and Blackpool is 308 miles. The road distance is 193.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs £80 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Stranraer to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Blackpool bus from?

Stranraer to Blackpool bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Blackpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Blackpool is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs £80 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 21m.

Where does the Stranraer to Blackpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Blackpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Blackpool is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Stranraer to Blackpool.

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

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Train
best
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
5h 47m
£84–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie 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
8h 21m
£37–62
Bus, train
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
5h 48m
Drive 192.3 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Blackpoolcar 192.3 mi
3h 34m
£48–69

Stranraer to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 306.3 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Blackpool North via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to North Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Underpass in around 8h 21m.

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