4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Blackpool
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Blackpool will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 6 buses that leave Manchester for Blackpool on Wed, Nov 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Blackpool 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 5m. 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
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price |
2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m 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
Manchester to Blackpool bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX424 | 6:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h40 | 7:50 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX121 | 7:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h20 | 8:50 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX121 | 10:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h20 | 11:50 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX121 | 1:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h20 | 2:50 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX121 | 5:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h20 | 7:15 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX121 | 8:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h20 | 9:50 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Distance 65 km |
Average bus duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 00:06 |
Last bus 23:52 |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to BlackpoolYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Blackpool with National Express for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Blackpool
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 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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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to Blackpool
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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