The cheapest and fastest coaches from Blackpool to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
11 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
353 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Blackpool to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Bournemouth will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.
Of the 2 buses that leave Blackpool for Bournemouth 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 353 km distance in an average of 11 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 5 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.
14:5011h15Blackpool2:05Bournemouth£411One-way0 changes
12:5512h05Blackpool1:00Bournemouth£431One-way0 changes
14:5011h15Blackpool2:05Bournemouth£411One-way0 changes
12:5512h05Blackpool1:00Bournemouth£431One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Blackpool to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 353 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£39 Average Price Cheapest | £81 Average Price |
9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration Fastest 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Blackpool to Bournemouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Bournemouth coaches for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:25 Blackpool | 10h00 | 18:25 Bournemouth | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:55 Blackpool | 11h50 | 21:45 Bournemouth | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:00 Blackpool | 15h40 | 13:40 Bournemouth | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Blackpool to Bournemouth by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Blackpool to Bournemouth
Buses from Blackpool to Bournemouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:32, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 353 km distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 353 km |
Average bus duration 8h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 10h 25m |
First bus 1:32 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express from Blackpool to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Blackpool to Bournemouth with National Express for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Blackpool to Bournemouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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