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Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Coventry to Blackburn
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£0.00
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
4 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
7 h 50 m
Buses on 15 Sept
4
Distance
163 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Coventry to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast coaches
To travel from Coventry to Blackburn you need to make at least one change.
8:4010h55Coventry19:35BlackburnFind prices2 changes- 18:304h45Coventry23:15BlackburnFind prices2 changes
- 8:4010h55Coventry19:35Blackburn£331One-way1 change
- 18:304h45Coventry23:15Blackburn£331One-way1 change
- 18:304h45Coventry23:15BlackburnFind prices2 changes
- 18:304h45Coventry23:15Blackburn£331One-way1 change
- 8:4010h55Coventry19:35BlackburnFind prices2 changes
- 8:4010h55Coventry19:35Blackburn£331One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Coventry to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 163 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Coventry to Blackburn is a coach with an average price of £23.
This is compared to other travel options from Coventry to Blackburn:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coventry to Blackburn costing on average £33.
The fastest way to travel from Coventry to Blackburn is by train with an average journey time of 2h 48m.
Other travel options to Blackburn take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 0m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Coventry and Blackburn including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £11. The journey takes 7h 0m versus 2h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Coventry to Blackburn bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Blackburn coaches for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 15:55 Coventry | 7h20 | 23:15 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coventry to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Coventry to Blackburn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:55, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 163 km distance in 7h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 163 km |
Average bus duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 1:55 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus from Coventry to BlackburnYou can travel by bus between Coventry to Blackburn with FlixBus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
4h 30m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£33
FlixBus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Bus providers: FlixBus from Coventry to BlackburnYou can travel by bus between Coventry to Blackburn with FlixBus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
4h 30m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£33
FlixBus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Complete guide to Blackburn
Things to do in Blackburn
Discover the best of Blackburn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Blackburn trip today.
- Recommended
Haworth Art Gallery
Haworth Art Gallery in Accrington shows fine and decorative art in a historic house, with attractive grounds and changing exhibitions.
The Lewis Textile Museum
The Lewis Textile Museum explores Blackburn’s cotton heritage through machinery, displays, and practical insight into the town’s industrial past.
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Corporation Park
Corporation Park is a Victorian park with formal gardens, lakes, sports areas, and elevated views, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
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Witton Country Park
Witton Country Park offers broad green space, woodland paths, riverside walks, and family-friendly trails on the western edge of Blackburn.
- Recommended
Roddlesworth and Tockholes
The moorland routes around Roddlesworth and Tockholes offer reservoirs, woodland, and panoramic walking country popular with local hikers.
- Gluten-free
Blackburn Curry
A spiced South Asian-style lamb or chicken curry that became a Blackburn staple through the town’s strong curry house tradition.
Meat And Potato Pie
A flaky pie filled with minced beef and potato, long favoured across Lancashire as a hearty working-class meal.
Chorley Cake
A baked suet pudding with currants, often served with custard. It is a classic Lancashire dessert still known in East Lancashire.
Exchange Coffee Company
Well-known local bakery and café for Lancashire breakfasts, pies, sandwiches, cakes, and traditional baked goods.
Mr Fred's Bar and Lounge
Contemporary restaurant at Stanley House offering British dishes in an elegant country-house setting near Blackburn.
Akbar's
Stylish Indian restaurant known for refined curries, grills, and polished service in a modern setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and meals are usually cheaper than in London or Manchester, and local buses are affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Blackburn Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
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- Day pass
- :
To the city centre
Blackburn Penny Street -> Blackburn Town Centre
- Distance
- 400 m
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Blackburn station is about 5 minutes’ walk from Blackburn Town Centre and the bus station via Railway Road.
- Check the operator app or website before travel for current fares and whether contactless payment is accepted on your route.
FAQs: Coventry to Blackburn coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Coventry to Blackburn can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Coventry to Blackburn is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Coventry to Blackburn is 7h 0m to travel the 163 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Coventry to Blackburn leaves at 1:55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Coventry to Blackburn leaves at 22:40.
There are 6 coaches a day from Coventry to Blackburn which require at least one change with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Coventry to Blackburn, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Blackburn. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Coventry and Blackburn and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Coventry , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) . When arriving in Blackburn , you can end your route in coach stations like Blackburn, Penny Street, Darwen, Town Centre, Preston, Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Blackburn, Penny Street, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Blackburn from Coventry is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Coventry to Blackburn is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Coventry and Blackburn including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Coventry to Blackburn:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Coventry to Blackburn for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Coventry to Blackburn depends on the coach companies:
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Coventry to Blackburn.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Coventry to Blackburn:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Coventry to Blackburn:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Coventry to Blackburn. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Coventry to Blackburn with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Coventry to Blackburn with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Coventry to Blackburn with the following coach company: FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Blackburn
Most Coventry to Blackburn buses use the Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station to Blackburn, Penny Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Coventry and Blackburn bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Coventry
Arrival bus stations in Blackburn
Which Coventry station do buses to Blackburn leave from?
Buses from Coventry to Blackburn leave from Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station. The station is 1 km from Coventry city centre at Fairfax Street, Coventry CV1 5AD, United Kingdom.
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus StationFairfax Street, Coventry CV1 5AD, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station from Coventry city centre
Bus87, 51, 188 · 3m · £2 · every ~8 min
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Ramps.
Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop)Coventry CV4 7AL, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) from Coventry city centre
Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) is 4 km from Coventry city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus12X · 16m · every ~23 min
Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) bus station facilities and services
Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and food outlets within the university are accessible.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop). ATMs are available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop): Access ramps and assistance for disabled passengers available.
Which Blackburn station do buses from Coventry arrive at?
Buses from Coventry to Blackburn most often arrive at Blackburn, Penny Street. Some services arrive at Darwen, Town Centre, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Blackburn arrival station.
Blackburn, Penny StreetBlackburn, Blackburn BB1 5AX, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Blackburn, Penny Street from Blackburn city centre
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Blackburn, Penny Street bus station facilities and services
Blackburn, Penny Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Blackburn, Penny Street. ATMs are available at Blackburn, Penny Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackburn, Penny Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackburn, Penny Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackburn, Penny Street: Access ramps available for wheelchairs.
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