Rochdale to Blackpool bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rochdale to Blackpool

Showing times and prices for 08 Nov

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£10

Fastest journey

2 h 53 m

Average duration

2 h 56 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

63 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Rochdale to Blackpool will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Rochdale for Blackpool 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 63 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 58 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.

National Express
17:522h58
Rochdale
20:50Blackpool
£101One-way
0 changes
National Express
15:072h53
Rochdale
18:00Blackpool
£101One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Rochdale to Blackpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochdale to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £8.

Distance: 63 km

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Train

£11

Average Price

£8

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 23m

Average total duration

1h 53m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 36m

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30m

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Live departures

Rochdale to Blackpool bus times

The table below shows live departures for Rochdale to Blackpool coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 21:46
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express15:07 Rochdale
2h53
18:00 Blackpool0 changesdirect
national_express17:52 Rochdale
2h58
20:50 Blackpool0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Rochdale to Blackpool

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Buses from Rochdale to Blackpool run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £3 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 02:58, the last at 23:17. The fastest coach covers the 63 km distance in 2h 58m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £3
Distance
63 km
Average bus duration
1h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
2h 58m
First bus
02:58
Last bus
23:17
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £3

Bus providers: National Express from Rochdale to BlackpoolYou can travel by bus between Rochdale to Blackpool with National Express for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 53m
Cheapest Price
£8
National Express frequency
2 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.

FAQs: Rochdale to Blackpool coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochdale 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Rochdale to Blackpool can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Rochdale to Blackpool is £12; 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 Rochdale to Blackpool is 2 h 53 min   to travel the 38 mile long trip, with around there are 3 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Rochdale to Blackpool leaves at 00: 17. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Rochdale to Blackpool leaves at 22: 52.
A trip to Blackpool from Rochdale is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 53 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Rochdale to Blackpool by coach is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Rochdale to Blackpool including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Rochdale to Blackpool has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Rochdale to Blackpool.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Rochdale to Blackpool.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Rochdale to Blackpool.
    No, luggage for the coach from Rochdale to Blackpool needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Rochdale to Blackpool.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Rochdale to Blackpool.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Rochdale to Blackpool.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Rochdale to Blackpool.

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