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The cheapest and fastest buses from Blackpool to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

€8

Average price

€10

Fastest journey

1 h 20 m

Average duration

1 h 21 m

Buses per day

Distance

65 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Blackpool to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Blackpool to Manchester will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.

Fast buses

Of the 6 buses that leave Blackpool for Manchester on Thu, Jul 17, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 17 the direct buses cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .

On Thu, Jul 17 the slowest buses will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

NX121

08:25AM1h20

Blackpool, Central Coach Station

09:45AMManchester, Coach Station

€81One-way

0 transfers

NX121

08:15PM1h20

Blackpool, Central Coach Station

09:35PMManchester, Coach Station

€81One-way

0 transfers

NX121

03:50PM1h25

Blackpool, Central Coach Station

05:15PMManchester, Coach Station

€91One-way

0 transfers

NX121

09:55AM1h20

Blackpool, Central Coach Station

11:15AMManchester, Coach Station

€101One-way

0 transfers

NX121

12:55PM1h20

Blackpool, Central Coach Station

02:15PMManchester, Coach Station

€101One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Blackpool to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €5.

Distance: 65 km

Compare bus with

Most popular Bus	Train
€8 Average price Cheapest	€11 Average price
2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Blackpool to Manchester bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, July 16

Last updated at 5:47 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
NX121	Delayed 1:50 PM 7:25 AMBlackpool, Central Coach Station	1h20	12:15 PM 12:15 PMManchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX121	Delayed 1:50 PM 8:55 AMBlackpool, Central Coach Station	1h20	12:15 PM 12:15 PMManchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX121	Delayed 1:50 PM 11:55 AMBlackpool, Central Coach Station	1h20	1:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX121	On time 2:50 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station	1h25	4:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX121	On time 7:15 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station	1h20	8:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX424	9:00 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station	1h45	10:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Blackpool to Manchester

United Kingdom

Buses from Blackpool to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €5 by train.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from €5

Distance

65 km

Average bus duration

1h 54m

Cheapest ticket price

€7

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

1h 20m

First bus

00:06

Last bus

23:55

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from €5

Coach companies: National Express, Northern Rail (3) and TransPennine Express Blackpool to Manchester

You can travel by coach from Blackpool to Manchester with National Express, Northern Rail (3) and TransPennine Express for as low as €7. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Blackpool - Manchester coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

National Express from Blackpool to Manchester coach information:

Average Duration: 1 h 15 min
Cheapest Price: €7
National Express frequency: 5 a day

Northern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom operating trains to Manchester from Blackpool. It operates a wide range of services, from express trains to local services, and offers a variety of ticket types. Express trains are the fastest services, with journey times of up to two hours. Local services are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Northern Rail also offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of refreshments. The most popular routes for Northern Rail are between major cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

Coach information from Blackpool to Manchester with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 1 h 7 min
Cheapest Price: €7
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 25 a day

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Blackpool to Manchester coach information with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 1 h 18 min
Cheapest Price: €26

FAQs: Bus from Blackpool to Manchester

FAQs: Take the bus from Blackpool to Manchester with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Blackpool to Manchester.

Cheap coach tickets from Blackpool to Manchester can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Blackpool to Manchester is €9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The coach time to Manchester from Blackpool is on average 1 h 20 min for the 65 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Blackpool and Manchester by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Blackpool to Manchester leaves at 04: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Blackpool to Manchester leaves at 21: 45.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Blackpool to Manchester without having to change trains with National Express. There are 5 direct coaches from Blackpool to Manchester each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the route from Blackpool to Manchester you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Blackpool to Manchester on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Blackpool, Central Coach Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (721 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Manchester from Blackpool is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Blackpool to Manchester by coach is December.

You have options as you can travel to Manchester from Blackpool 2 different ways: train or coach.

No, the coach from Blackpool to Manchester has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Blackpool to Manchester.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Blackpool to Manchester.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Blackpool to Manchester, follow these tips:

Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Blackpool to Manchester.

No, luggage for the coach from Blackpool to Manchester needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Blackpool to Manchester.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Blackpool to Manchester.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Blackpool to Manchester.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Blackpool to Manchester.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Blackpool to Manchester

Blackpool

Manchester

The major bus station for departures in Blackpool is Blackpool, Central Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool, Central Coach Station for your trip from Blackpool to Manchester.

Blackpool, Central Coach Station

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