4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Preston to Blackpool
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Preston to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Blackpool will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 1 buses that leave Preston for Blackpool on Wed, Nov 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct buses cover the 23 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest buses will take 40 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 Preston to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €7.
Distance: 23 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€8 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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
Preston to Blackpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Blackpool buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:10 AM Preston | 0h40 | 6:50 AM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Blackpool
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Buses from Preston to Blackpool run on average 1 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €2 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 23 km distance in 40m.
Distance 23 km |
Average bus duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire from Preston to BlackpoolYou can travel by bus between Preston to Blackpool with National Express, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire for as low as €2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Preston to Blackpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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 Preston, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Preston, Bus Station, Preston, Fishergate (Railway Station) and Preston, Sir Tom Finney Way (PNE Deepdale Stadium). When arriving in Blackpool, you can end your route 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 Preston, Bus Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 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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