What is the cheapest way to get from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool?

The cheapest way to get from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 6h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool?

The fastest way to get from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between The Scottish Borders and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool station. However, there are services departing from Lindean Bus Shelter and arriving at North Station via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between The Scottish Borders and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Blackpool North via Edinburgh Waverley and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool?

The distance between The Scottish Borders and Blackpool is 165 miles. The road distance is 149.7 miles.

How do I travel from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool without a car?

The best way to get from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 48m and costs £30 - £80.

How long does it take to get from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the The Scottish Borders to Blackpool bus from?

The Scottish Borders to Blackpool bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Lindean Bus Shelter station.

Where do I catch the The Scottish Borders to Blackpool train from?

The Scottish Borders to Blackpool train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.

Train or bus from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool?

The best way to get from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the The Scottish Borders to Blackpool bus arrive?

The Scottish Borders to Blackpool bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Halston Hotel station.

Where does the The Scottish Borders to Blackpool train arrive?

The Scottish Borders to Blackpool train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between The Scottish Borders to Blackpool is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool.

How do I get a train ticket from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool?

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The Scottish Borders to Blackpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from The Scottish Borders to Blackpool by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lindean Bus Shelter to Halston Hotelbus X95
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 48m
£33–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lindean Bus Shelter to Halston Hotelbus X95
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to North Stationbus 42
6h 46m
£26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 35m
£58–142
Drive 148.8 mi
1. Drive from The Scottish Borders to Blackpoolcar 148.8 mi
2h 50m
£37–54

The Scottish Borders to Blackpool by bus and train

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Distance: 164.1 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between The Scottish Borders, Scotland and Blackpool, England?

You can take a train from Galashiels to Blackpool North via Edinburgh Waverley and Preston in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lindean Bus Shelter to North Station via Halston Hotel, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 46m.

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