4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sunderland to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sunderland to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Blackpool will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
To travel from Sunderland to Blackpool you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus10:556h30Sunderland, Interchange17:25Blackpool, Central Coach Station£141One-way1 change
NX172 · NX1215:505h45Sunderland, Interchange11:35Blackpool, Central Coach Station£201One-way1 change- NX172 · NX12113:308h20Sunderland, Interchange21:50Blackpool, Central Coach Station£211One-way1 change
- NX426 · NX170 · NX1217:456h35Sunderland, Interchange14:20Blackpool, Central Coach Station£231One-way2 changes
- NX133 · NX170 · NX12110:008h15Sunderland, Interchange18:15Blackpool, Central Coach Station£241One-way2 changes
- NX172 · NX1215:505h45Sunderland, Interchange11:35Blackpool, Central Coach Station£201One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:556h30Sunderland, Interchange17:25Blackpool, Central Coach Station£141One-way1 change
- NX426 · NX170 · NX1217:456h35Sunderland, Interchange14:20Blackpool, Central Coach Station£231One-way2 changes
- NX172 · NX4240:057h45Sunderland, Interchange7:50Blackpool, Central Coach Station£301One-way1 change
- NX133 · NX170 · NX12110:008h15Sunderland, Interchange18:15Blackpool, Central Coach Station£241One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sunderland to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sunderland 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 train which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 162 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price |
5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sunderland to Blackpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Blackpool coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| NX172 · NX121 | Delayed 5:50 Sunderland, Interchange | 5h45 | 11:40 11:40Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX426 · NX170 · NX121 | On time 7:45 Sunderland, Interchange | 6h35 | 14:20 Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX133 · NX170 · NX121 | On time 10:00 Sunderland, Interchange | 8h15 | 18:15 Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX133 · NX170 · NX121 | On time 10:00 Sunderland, Interchange | 8h15 | 18:15 Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 Sunderland, Interchange | 6h30 | 17:25 Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX172 · NX121 | On time 13:30 Sunderland, Interchange | 8h20 | 21:50 Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sunderland to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Sunderland to Blackpool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 162 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 162 km |
Average bus duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express from Sunderland to BlackpoolYou can travel by bus between Sunderland to Blackpool with National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sunderland to Blackpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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