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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Blackpool will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 buses that leave Preston 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 23 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 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 Preston to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 23 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Preston to Blackpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Blackpool coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 17 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:10 Preston | 0h40 | 06:50 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Preston to Blackpool run on average 1 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 23 km distance in 40m.
Distance 23 km |
Average bus duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire from Preston to BlackpoolYou can travel by bus between Preston to Blackpool with National Express, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Preston to Blackpool
Taking coaches from Preston to Blackpool is a quick and direct journey of between 35 minutes and 50 minutes as well as being a relaxing and cost-effective way of travelling. There are seven departures a day on a timetable that operates seven days a week. Coaches start their journey at Preston Tithebarn Street Coach Station, which is near Carlisle Street, and complete their journey at Blackpool Central Coach Station, near the seafront.
Which coach companies travel from Preston to Blackpool?
Coaches to Blackpool from Preston are operated by the large part-British, part-multinational owned National Express. Along with its subsidiaries, it provides an extensive network of coach routes across the United Kingdom and Europe. Its modern coaches have onboard services such as air conditioning or heating, ample luggage space, WiFi and toilets.
How long is the coach from Preston to Blackpool?
All coaches from Preston to Blackpool are direct. Their journey times range from 35 minutes to approximately 50 minutes.
How many coaches are there from Preston to Blackpool?
There are seven coaches a day running from Preston to Blackpool. A similar timetable is in place seven days a week with departures starting in the early morning and continuing at regular intervals throughout the day until mid-evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Preston to Blackpool?
Departure bus station: All departures of coaches from Preston to Blackpool leave from Preston Tithebarn Coach Station near Carlisle Street. It is located a short distance to the east of the city centre and is part of Preston's transport network of local buses. When the coach station opened in1969, it was the largest one in Europe. Now a listed building, it is a striking example of 20th-century Brutalist architecture. The station interior has recently been refurbished and now has facilities that include car parking, taxi ranks, cafes, toilets, WiFi and waiting areas.
Arrival bus station: All coaches to Blackpool from Preston complete their journey at Blackpool Central Coach Station. The centre of Blackpool is just a seven to ten-minute walk from the coach station while Blackpool Railway Station is approximately one mile away. The town centre can also be reached by taxi or local bus. Among the facilities at Blackpool Central Coach Station are WiFi, toilets, waiting areas and payphones, while coffee bars and fast food outlets are nearby.
FAQs: Preston to Blackpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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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