The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bradford to Blackburn
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bradford to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Blackburn will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
To travel from Bradford to Blackburn you need to make at least one change.
NX171 · NX540
NX171 · NX540
NX171 · NX540
NX171 · NX540Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bradford to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. 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 £4, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 48 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bradford to Blackburn bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Blackburn coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 31 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX171 · NX540 | 15:30 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 4h05 | 19:35 Blackburn, Penny Street | 1 change | |
NX171 · NX540 | 18:15 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 4h45 | 23:00 Blackburn, Penny Street | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bradford to Blackburn
Buses from Bradford to Blackburn run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 23:11. The fastest coach covers the 48 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 48 km |
Average bus duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 02:25 |
Last bus 23:11 |
FAQs: Bradford to Blackburn coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Blackburn 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 Blackburn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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