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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Blackpool

Showing times and prices for 19 Jul

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

6 h 50 m

Average duration

8 h

Buses per day

Distance

324 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Blackpool will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave London for Blackpool every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 324 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 50 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.

NX540 · NX121

15:006h50

London, Victoria Coach Station

21:50Blackpool, Central Coach Station

£221One-way

1 change

NX540 · NX121

12:007h00

London, Victoria Coach Station

19:00Blackpool, Central Coach Station

£331One-way

1 change

NX424

23:308h20

London, Victoria Coach Station

07:50Blackpool, Central Coach Station

£501One-way

0 changes

NX421 · NX121

02:009h50

London, Victoria Coach Station

11:50Blackpool, Central Coach Station

£631One-way

1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for London to Blackpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. 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 £17, and a flight costs an average of £55.

Distance: 323 km

Compare bus with

Coach	Most popular Train	Flight
£30 Average Price Cheapest	£104 Average Price	£197 Average Price
7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

London to Blackpool bus times

Showing buses for today, Friday 18 July

Last updated at 13:16

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
NX424	On time 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	8h20	06:50 Blackpool, Central Coach Station	0 changesdirect
Saturday 19 July
NX421 · NX121	01:00 London, Victoria Coach Station	9h50	10:50 Blackpool, Central Coach Station	1 change
NX540 · NX121	On time 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station	7h00	18:00 Blackpool, Central Coach Station	1 change
NX540 · NX121	On time 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station	6h50	20:50 Blackpool, Central Coach Station	1 change
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Blackpool

United Kingdom

Buses from London to Blackpool run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

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

323 km

Average bus duration

6h 39m

Cheapest ticket price

£17

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

6h 50m

First bus

00:30

Last bus

23:45

Price information

Coach companies: National Express, FlixBus and Megabus London to Blackpool

For as little as £16 you can travel by coach between London and Blackpool with National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach provider operating over 550 coaches per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates coach services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most coaches come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your coach from London to Blackpool, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

National Express from London to Blackpool coach information:

Average Duration: 7 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: £16
National Express frequency: 3 a day

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost coach providers in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travellers in both continents the option to take a long-distance coach at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Coaches from London to Blackpool

Known for its amusement arcades and vintage wooden rollercoasters, Blackpool Pleasure Beach sits on the Irish Sea coast of England in the north-west. Coaches depart from London's busy Victoria Coach Station headed for Blackpool Central Coach Station, covering the 250-mile route in as little as seven hours. National Express offers a mixture of direct and indirect options, usually with one change at Manchester Coach Station. Whenever passengers decide to travel, they can expect up to nine departures per day.

Which coach companies travel from London to Blackpool?

Only one company offers coaches from London to Blackpool. National Express is the sole provider of coaches, offering numerous direct and indirect departures per day. On board, National Express offers every customer free WiFi, spacious legroom and personal control of their air conditioning.

How long is the coach from London to Blackpool?

The journey time from London to Blackpool varies significantly. Any journey during rush hour takes traffic congestion into consideration. Some routes require a change at Manchester Coach Station, although this does not always make the journey longer. Monday to Friday, the fastest journey is the indirect route, leaving London at 7:00 a.m. to arrive in Blackpool for 2:00 p.m, taking just seven hours. Longer journeys can take up to nine hours.

How many coaches are there from London to Blackpool?

Each day, passengers can expect between eight and nine coaches from London to Blackpool. Of these, there are usually three direct services. Generally, departures are grouped from morning to lunchtime, with one option for overnight travel.

What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from London to Blackpool?

Departure bus station: All coaches from London to Blackpool begin at London Victoria Coach Station. Found close to numerous tourist attractions such as Buckingham Palace, the coach station is a short walk from London Victoria train station where passengers can connect to London Underground services and numerous local bus routes. Station facilities are extensive, with numerous shops, cafes and restaurants as well as toilet facilities.

Arrival bus station: Passengers will alight the service at Blackpool Central Coach Station. As the name would suggest, the coach station is centrally located, allowing passengers immediate access to numerous attractions. The coach station is just under a mile from Blackpool North train station and just over a mile from Blackpool South train station.

FAQs: London to Blackpool coach

FAQs: Take the bus from London to Blackpool with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Blackpool.

Cheap coach tickets from London to Blackpool can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Blackpool is £30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London to Blackpool coach time is 7 h covering the 200 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from London to Blackpool leaves at 07: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from London to Blackpool leaves at 23: 30.

Yes, it is possible to travel from London to Blackpool without having to change trains with National Express. There is 1 direct coach from London to Blackpool each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the route from London to Blackpool you can take a coach with National Express or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Blackpool from London on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Blackpool, Central Coach Station, located 0.4 miles (721 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from London to Blackpool by coach is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Blackpool from London including taking a train, coach or flight.

No, the coach from London to Blackpool has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London to Blackpool.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London to Blackpool.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London to Blackpool, follow these tips:

Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Blackpool.

No, luggage for the coach from London to Blackpool needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London to Blackpool.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Blackpool.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London to Blackpool.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London to Blackpool.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Blackpool

London

Blackpool

The major coach station for departures in London is London, Victoria Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Victoria Coach Station for your trip from London to Blackpool.

London, Victoria Coach Station Wifi