The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Blackpool will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 7 buses that leave Birmingham for Blackpool every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 167 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.
NX120 · NX121
NX121
NX121
NX121
NX422 · NX121
NX121
NX121
NX121
NX424
NX422 · NX121Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. 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 coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 167 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Blackpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Blackpool coaches for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX424 | 03:25 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h25 | 07:50 Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX422 · NX121 | Delayed 03:40 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h10 | 09:55 09:55Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX121 | 07:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h05 | 11:50 Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX121 | 11:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h50 | 14:50 Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX121 | 15:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h15 | 19:15 Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX120 · NX121 | On time 16:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h20 | 21:50 Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX181 · NX424 | 23:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 8h50 | 07:50 Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Blackpool
Buses from Birmingham to Blackpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 167 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 167 km |
Average bus duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 02:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham to BlackpoolYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Blackpool with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Buses from Birmingham to Blackpool
National Express buses from Birmingham to Blackpool leave from Birmingham Coach Station nine times a day and seven days a week. The first bus leaves at 3:20 a.m. and the last bus is at 7:30 p.m. on weekdays and 7:00 p.m. at weekends. Services are mostly direct with an average journey time of 3 hours and 45 minutes. Prices start at £10.70 for a one-way ticket.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Birmingham to Blackpool?
Departure Station: Birmingham Coach Station is located approximately 0.7 miles to the East of Birmingham city centre and takes around 15 minutes to reach on foot.
Arrival Station: Blackpool Central Coach Station is in a central location. From there you can walk to Blackpool Tower, the shopping centre, or the beach in under 5 minutes.
FAQs: Birmingham to Blackpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Blackpool by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Blackpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Coach Station, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.8 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
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Blackpool
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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