The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 1 buses that leave Stoke-on-Trent 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 107 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 107 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price |
3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool coaches for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 03:55 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h55 | 06:50 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:25 Stoke-on-Trent | 4h45 | 16:10 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool
Buses from Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:25, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 107 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 107 km |
Average bus duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 01:25 |
Last bus 22:20 |
Bus providers: National Express from Stoke-on-Trent to BlackpoolYou can travel by bus between Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool with National Express for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool
Buses from Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool operate daily throughout the year. There are usually up to four services per day, the first is at about 4:20 a.m, and the last is at approximately 4:40 p.m. However, this varies according to the day of travel. The distance between the two towns is about 100 miles, and the fastest bus takes only 2 hours and 15 minutes. The main provider of buses from Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool is National Express. There are direct and indirect routes provided for this journey. Buses from Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool normally depart from Hanley, and arrive at either Blackpool Central Coach Station or Blackpool Clifton Drive North. Indirect services usually involve changing bus at Preston in Lancashire.
Taking the Bus from Stoke-On-Trent
For journeys to Blackpool, buses depart from Stoke-On-Trent (Hanley) Bus Station. The bus station is around 3 kilometres from the city centre and it takes less than 10 minutes to get there, trains and buses leave every few minutes and run until midnight. There are between one and four stops on the journey between Stoke-On-Trent and Blackpool.
Getting into Blackpool by Bus
Blackpool is famous as England's premier seaside party town, with theme parks to provide fun for the whole family. The iconic Blackpool Tower was built in 1894 and is now home to several attractions, including an amusing retelling of history in the dungeon. Buses from Stoke-On-Trent arrive at Blackpool Central Coach Station, which is conveniently located just 800 metres from the beach. The coach station is within walking distance of most places in Blackpool. There are plenty of bus routes around Blackpool, but they are occasionally diverted for the Illuminations or firework shows on the beachfront. Bus services stop anywhere between 6:00 p.m. and midnight, depending on the route.
FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent to Blackpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus 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.
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