Blackpool to Edinburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Blackpool from Edinburgh?
The distance from Blackpool to Edinburgh is 147.7 miles (237.7 km) as the crow flies. Edinburgh is located N of Blackpool. By car, the driving distance is approximately 191.1 miles, taking about 3h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United Kingdom.
For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.
Coordinates come from public place data for Blackpool and Edinburgh. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Blackpool to Edinburgh
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 49 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
- You could travel this distance about 168.6 times to circle the Earth's equator