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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Blackburn to Manchester
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Blackburn to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Manchester will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 2 buses that leave Blackburn for Manchester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 34 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 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 coach for Blackburn to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. 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 £3, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 34 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m 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
Blackburn to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Manchester coaches for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX540 | 08:20 Blackburn, Penny Street | 1h35 | 09:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX540 | 11:00 Blackburn, Penny Street | 1h25 | 12:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Blackburn to Manchester
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Buses from Blackburn to Manchester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:24, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 34 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 34 km |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:24 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: National Express, Rosso, The Blackburn Bus Company from Blackburn to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Blackburn to Manchester with National Express, Rosso, The Blackburn Bus Company for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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The Blackburn Bus Company
Buses from Blackburn to Manchester
National Express runs buses from Blackburn to Manchester. Buses depart from Blackburn's Brown Street Coach Station and the earliest service leaves around 7:00 a.m. Journeys are direct without any changes and the fastest travel time is just over an hour. At peak travelling times, the journey can take roughly an hour and a half. Travellers can catch the final bus from Blackburn at roughly 10:30 p.m. During the day, there are several morning buses and then a gap until the final bus in the evening. Services arrive into Manchester's city centre bus and coach station on Chorlton Street.
FAQs: Blackburn to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Blackburn, Penny Street, which is located around 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackburn and Manchester
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket 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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