Bournemouth to Blackpool bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bournemouth to Blackpool

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€73

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€73

Fastest journey on Sep 18

12 h 35 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

12 h 35 m

Buses on Sep 18

1

Distance

353 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bournemouth to Blackpool will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €73.

Fast buses

On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 buses from Bournemouth to Blackpool, including 1 direct services.

On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 353 km distance in an average of 12 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 35 m .

On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 12 h 35 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
    6:15 PM12h35
    Bournemouth
    6:50 AMBlackpool
    €731One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to Blackpool

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, while a train costs an average of €59.

Distance: 353 km

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Driving

€43

Average price

Cheapest

€59

Average price

€80

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

9h 52m

Average total duration

9h 22m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 11m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Bournemouth to Blackpool is a bus with an average price of €43.

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

A bus is €16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth to Blackpool costing on average €59.

The fastest way to travel from Bournemouth to Blackpool is by train with an average journey time of 5h 30m.

Other travel options to Blackpool take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 22m.

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

Live departures

Bournemouth to Blackpool bus times

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

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express6:45 AM Bournemouth
11h40
6:25 PM Blackpool0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Blackpool

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Buses from Bournemouth to Blackpool run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €31 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 01:32, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 353 km distance in 10h 15m.

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
Distance
353 km
Average bus duration
9h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
€31
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
10h 15m
First bus
1:32 AM
Last bus
10:00 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
4 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

Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to BlackpoolYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Blackpool with National Express for as low as €31. 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
10h 15m
Cheapest National Express Price
€31
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 Bournemouth to Blackpool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Blackpool 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 Blackpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bournemouth to Blackpool can start from as little as €31 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth to Blackpool is €43; 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 Bournemouth to Blackpool is 10h 15m to travel the 353 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 Bournemouth to Blackpool leaves at 1:32 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bournemouth to Blackpool leaves at 10:00 PM.
There are 4 coaches a day from Bournemouth to Blackpool which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bournemouth to Blackpool, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Blackpool. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bournemouth and Blackpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Blackpool from Bournemouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bournemouth to Blackpool is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bournemouth and Blackpool including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bournemouth to Blackpool:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bournemouth to Blackpool for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bournemouth to Blackpool 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 Bournemouth to Blackpool.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bournemouth to Blackpool:
  • 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 Bournemouth to Blackpool:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bournemouth to Blackpool.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bournemouth to Blackpool with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bournemouth to Blackpool with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bournemouth to Blackpool with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bournemouth to Blackpool

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

Departure bus stations in Bournemouth
Arrival bus stations in Blackpool
Bournemouth, Coach Station
City-centre transport

Getting to Bournemouth, Coach Station from Bournemouth city centre

Bus13, 5, 6, 50, m1, 12, 13A, N5, N1, 11, 21 · 6m · €2 · every ~74 min
m1, 5, 6, 50, 13, 12, 13A, 21, 11, N5, N1 · 7m · €2 · every ~74 min

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