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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Blackpool will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cardiff for Blackpool 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 260 km distance in an average of 10 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 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 coach for Cardiff to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 260 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£42 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price |
7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Blackpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Blackpool coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:25 Cardiff | 7h50 | 18:15 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:10 Cardiff | 13h40 | 10:50 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Blackpool
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Buses from Cardiff to Blackpool run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £19 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 04:22, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 260 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 260 km |
Average bus duration 6h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 04:22 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to BlackpoolYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Blackpool with National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Blackpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
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