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What is the best way to travel from Blackpool to Edinburgh?

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Travel time
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Average price
Daily departures
Train
3h 22m
£22
£34
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What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Blackpool?

You can reach Edinburgh with just £22 by taking a Train from Northern, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
Friday
from £22
Saturday
Sunday
from £29
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Northern
    3h 37m
    0
    06:04
    Blackpool
    North Station
    09:41
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £22
  • Northern
    4h 41m
    0
    08:23
    Blackpool
    North Station
    13:04
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £26
  • Northern
    3h 22m
    0
    06:57
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    10:19
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £28
  • Northern
    3h 48m
    0
    06:31
    Blackpool
    South Station
    10:19
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £28
  • Northern
    4h 16m
    0
    05:25
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    09:41
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £33

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    5h 1m
    0
    09:16
    Blackpool
    South Station
    14:17
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £29
  • Northern
    4h 23m
    0
    17:16
    Blackpool
    South Station
    21:39
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £38
  • Northern
    4h 56m
    0
    10:22
    Blackpool
    North Station
    15:18
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £44
  • Northern
    4h 1m
    0
    14:18
    Blackpool
    North Station
    18:19
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £44
  • Northern
    5h 7m
    0
    11:16
    Blackpool
    South Station
    16:23
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £53

What are the fastest trips from Blackpool to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh from Blackpool in just 3h 22m with a Train from Northern. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
Friday
from 3h 22m
Saturday
Sunday
from 4h 1m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Northern
    3h 22m
    0
    06:57
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    10:19
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £28
  • Northern
    3h 37m
    0
    06:04
    Blackpool
    North Station
    09:41
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £22
  • Northern
    3h 48m
    0
    06:31
    Blackpool
    South Station
    10:19
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £28
  • Northern
    4h 16m
    0
    05:25
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    09:41
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £33
  • Northern
    4h 41m
    0
    08:23
    Blackpool
    North Station
    13:04
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £26

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    4h 1m
    0
    14:18
    Blackpool
    North Station
    18:19
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £44
  • Northern
    4h 23m
    0
    17:16
    Blackpool
    South Station
    21:39
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £38
  • Northern
    4h 56m
    0
    10:22
    Blackpool
    North Station
    15:18
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £44
  • Northern
    5h 1m
    0
    09:16
    Blackpool
    South Station
    14:17
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £29
  • Northern
    5h 7m
    0
    11:16
    Blackpool
    South Station
    16:23
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £53
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What are the most popular stations in Blackpool and Edinburgh?

In Blackpool, you will usually depart from North Station, South Station or Layton Station, while in Edinburgh you will be arriving at Waverley Train Station, Haymarket Coach Stop or Princes Street, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Edinburgh from Blackpool? With 5 connections between 1 Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Blackpool and Edinburgh, you can pay as low as £22 with a Train from Northern.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Northern: you will get to Edinburgh in just 3h 22m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Blackpool and Edinburgh are Northern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Blackpool and Edinburgh is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Poulton-le-Fylde or to Broomhouse, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Edinburgh Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Blackpool to Edinburgh?

The most popular companies between Blackpool and Edinburgh, are Northern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Northern

All you need to know when you travel from Blackpool to Edinburgh

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Blackpool to Edinburgh. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Blackpool to Edinburgh

How can I reach Edinburgh from Blackpool?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, with which you can get to Edinburgh from Blackpool.

How far is Edinburgh from Blackpool?

The distance between Blackpool and Edinburgh is 237.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Blackpool and Edinburgh?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 40 kgs, and a flight 58 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Blackpool to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh with just £22 by taking a Train from Northern.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Edinburgh in just 3h 22m with a Train from Northern.

More routes to Blackpool and to Edinburgh

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Blackpool and to Edinburgh. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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