4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
11 h 38 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 £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Cardiff to Blackpool you need to make at least one change.
10:009h00Cardiff19:00Blackpool£541One-way1 change- 17:3514h15Cardiff7:50Blackpool£541One-way1 change
- 10:009h00Cardiff19:00Blackpool£541One-way1 change
- 17:3514h15Cardiff7:50Blackpool£541One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 £29. 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 £29, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 260 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price |
7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m 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, Sunday 3 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 Cardiff | 9h00 | 19:00 Blackpool | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Cardiff to Blackpool coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Cardiff to Blackpool run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:00, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 260 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 260 km |
Average bus duration 6h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 4:00 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to BlackpoolYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Blackpool with National Express for as low as £29. 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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