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Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Blackburn
Showing times and prices for 28 Aug
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
6 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 15 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
296 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Blackburn will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Fast coaches
Of the 5 buses that leave London for Blackburn 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 296 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 23 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.
NX54016:306h35London, Victoria Coach Station23:05Blackburn, Penny Street£291One-way0 changes- NX54013:007h10London, Victoria Coach Station20:10Blackburn, Penny Street£291One-way0 changes
- NX424 · RL15223:309h23London, Victoria Coach Station8:53Blackburn, Penny Street£431One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX444 · NX54013:509h15London, Hammersmith Bridge Road23:05Blackburn, Penny Street£521One-way2 changes
- NX032 · NX230 · NX54011:208h50London, Hammersmith Bridge Road20:10Blackburn, Penny Street£731One-way2 changes
- NX54016:306h35London, Victoria Coach Station23:05Blackburn, Penny Street£291One-way0 changes
- NX54013:007h10London, Victoria Coach Station20:10Blackburn, Penny Street£291One-way0 changes
- NX032 · NX230 · NX54011:208h50London, Hammersmith Bridge Road20:10Blackburn, Penny Street£731One-way2 changes
- NX032 · NX444 · NX54013:509h15London, Hammersmith Bridge Road23:05Blackburn, Penny Street£521One-way2 changes
- NX424 · RL15223:309h23London, Victoria Coach Station8:53Blackburn, Penny Street£431One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 296 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £78 Average Price | £115 Average Price |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
London to Blackburn bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Blackburn coaches for today, Thursday 27 August. 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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| NX032 · NX230 · NX540 | 11:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 9h05 | 20:55 Blackburn, Penny Street | 2 changes | |
| NX540 | 14:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h25 | 20:55 Blackburn, Penny Street | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX424 · RL152 | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h23 | 8:53 Blackburn, Penny Street | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Blackburn
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Buses from London to Blackburn run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 296 km distance in 6h 15m.
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 296 km |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 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: National Express, FlixBus from London to BlackburnYou can travel by bus between London to Blackburn with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £18. 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 Duration
6h 40m
Cheapest Price
£28
FlixBus frequency
2 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.
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 15m
Cheapest Price
£18
National Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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.
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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.
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Roddlesworth and Tockholes
The moorland routes around Roddlesworth and Tockholes offer reservoirs, woodland, and panoramic walking country popular with local hikers.
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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
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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: London to Blackburn coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Blackburn can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Blackburn is £28; 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 London to Blackburn is 6h 15m to travel the 296 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 London to Blackburn leaves at 0:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Blackburn leaves at 23:30.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from London to Blackburn with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Blackburn, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Blackburn. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Blackburn and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from London , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Baker Street Station, London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Eltham, London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Lewisham, London, Golders Green Station, London, New Cross Gate, London, Lithos Road, London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, Stratford City Bus Station, London, Elephant and Castle, London, Walworth, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road . When arriving in Blackburn , you can end your route in coach stations like Blackburn, Penny Street, Preston, Bus Station, Darwen, Town Centre, Accrington, Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 km 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 London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Blackburn is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Blackburn including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Blackburn:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Blackburn for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Blackburn depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
- 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 National Express, 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 London to Blackburn.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Blackburn:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- 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 London to Blackburn:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from London 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 London to Blackburn with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Blackburn with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Blackburn with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Blackburn
Most London to Blackburn buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Blackburn, Penny Street station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Blackburn bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in London
Arrival bus stations in Blackburn
Which London station do buses to Blackburn leave from?
Buses from London to Blackburn leave from London, Victoria Coach Station. The station is 2 km from London city centre at 164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom.
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
BusN11, N44 · 9m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · £2 · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · £2 · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · £2 · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · £2 · every ~26 min
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Baker Street StationLondon Baker Street Station, London NW1 5AL, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to London, Baker Street Station from London city centre
London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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London, Baker Street Station bus station facilities and services
London, Baker Street Station 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 London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
London, Hammersmith Bridge RoadHammersmith Bridge Rd, London, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to London, Hammersmith Bridge Road from London city centre
London, Hammersmith Bridge Road is 7 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
BusN9 · 21m · £2 · every ~4 min
702 · 28m · £2 · every ~5 min
N9 · 28m · £2 · every ~4 min
N97 · 32m · £33 · every ~3 min
9, N9 · 44m · £2 · every ~26 min
27, N27 · 47m · £2 · every ~26 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 17m · £5 · every ~91 min
London, Hammersmith Bridge Road bus station facilities and services
London, Hammersmith Bridge Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several fast food outlets nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road. ATMs are available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road: Wheelchair accessible.
Which Blackburn station do buses from London arrive at?
Buses from London to Blackburn most often arrive at Blackburn, Penny Street. Some services arrive at Preston, Bus Station, 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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