Blackpool to Salford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Blackpool to Salford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€25

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€25

Fastest journey on Sep 18

1 h 20 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

1 h 21 m

Buses on Sep 18

6

Distance

62 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Blackpool to Salford will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.

Fast buses

On Fri, Sep 18, we found 6 buses from Blackpool to Salford, including 6 direct services.

On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 62 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 Fri, Sep 18 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.

  • National Express
    8:25 AM1h20
    Blackpool
    9:45 AMSalford
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    9:45 AM1h20
    Blackpool
    11:05 AMSalford
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    12:55 PM1h20
    Blackpool
    2:15 PMSalford
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    3:50 PM1h25
    Blackpool
    5:15 PMSalford
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    8:15 PM1h20
    Blackpool
    9:35 PMSalford
    €251One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Blackpool to Salford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Salford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, while a bus costs an average of €25.

Distance: 62 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Driving

€25

Average price

€11

Average price

Cheapest

€15

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 56m

Average total duration

1h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 1m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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CO2 emissions

National Express

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Northern Rail

Most popular train company

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Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from Blackpool to Salford is a train with an average price of €11.

This is compared to other travel options from Blackpool to Salford:

A train is €14 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Blackpool to Salford costing on average €25.

The fastest way to travel from Blackpool to Salford is by train with an average journey time of 1h 8m.

Other travel options to Salford take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Blackpool and Salford including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Blackpool to Salford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Salford buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Tickets
FlixBus6:50 AM Blackpool
1h30
8:20 AM Salford0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Blackpool to Salford

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Buses from Blackpool to Salford run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €11 by train.

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:42. The fastest bus covers the 62 km distance in 1h 20m.

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 €11
Distance
62 km
Average bus duration
1h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
€25
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
1h 20m
First bus
12:01 AM
Last bus
11:42 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
7 days
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 €11

Bus providers: National Express from Blackpool to SalfordYou can travel by bus between Blackpool to Salford with National Express for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest National Express Price
€25
National Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Blackpool to Salford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Salford by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Blackpool to Salford can start from as little as €25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Blackpool to Salford is €25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Blackpool to Salford is 1h 20m to travel the 62 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Blackpool to Salford leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Blackpool to Salford leaves at 11:42 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Blackpool to Salford with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Blackpool to Salford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Salford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Blackpool and Salford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Blackpool , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Blackpool, Central Coach Station . When arriving in Salford , you can end your trip in coach stations like Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Blackpool, Central Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Salford from Blackpool is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Blackpool to Salford is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Blackpool and Salford including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Blackpool to Salford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Blackpool to Salford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Blackpool to Salford depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Blackpool to Salford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Blackpool to Salford:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Blackpool to Salford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Blackpool to Salford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Blackpool to Salford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Blackpool to Salford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Blackpool to Salford with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Blackpool to Salford

Most Blackpool to Salford buses use the Blackpool, Central Coach Station to Manchester, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Salford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Blackpool
Arrival bus stations in Salford

Which Blackpool station do buses to Salford leave from?

Buses from Blackpool to Salford leave from Blackpool, Central Coach Station. The station is from Blackpool city centre at Blackpool, Blackpool FY1 5QE, UK.
Blackpool, Central Coach StationBlackpool, Blackpool FY1 5QE, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Blackpool, Central Coach Station from Blackpool city centre

Bus6, 5, 7, 10, 5a, 5b · 8m · €5 · every ~35 min

Blackpool, Central Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Blackpool, Central Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Snack bar available in the waiting area.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station. ATMs are available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistance options.

Most popular bus connections from Blackpool

Bus Blackpool - Manchester

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