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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Blackpool
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Blackpool will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bristol for Blackpool on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 264 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 10 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €53.
Distance: 264 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€32 Average price Cheapest | €104 Average price |
6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Bristol to Blackpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Blackpool buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX100 · NX121 | 7:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 7h35 | 2:50 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX100 · NX121 | 11:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 7h10 | 7:00 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX100 · NX120 · NX121 | On time 2:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 7h30 | 9:50 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
| NX100 · NX424 | 9:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 10h30 | 7:50 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Blackpool
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Buses from Bristol to Blackpool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 264 km distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 264 km |
Average bus duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to BlackpoolYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Blackpool with National Express for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Blackpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
When departing from Bristol, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bristol, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, Airport and Bristol, Station Approach (Temple Meads - Stop T1). When arriving in Blackpool, you can end your journey in coach stations like Blackpool, Central Coach Station, Blackpool, Talbot Road / Dickson Road and Blackpool, Abingdon Street / Deansgate.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Airport Bus Station, which is located around 8.9 miles (14.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Blackpool, Central Coach Station, located 0.4 miles (721 m) away from the city centre.
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