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Best price £ 4.97
Journey duration 1 h 38 min
Connections per day 5
First departure 05:45
Last departure 17:45
Distance 40.4 mi

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How can I get the cheapest bus tickets to travel from Blackpool to Manchester?

Prices will vary when you travel from Blackpool to Manchester. On average, though, you'll pay about £ 10.46 for a bus ticket. You can find bus tickets for prices as low as £ 4.97, but it may require some flexibility with your travel plans. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper bus tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest bus tickets.

Buses from Blackpool to Manchester

National Express National Express 17:45 – 19:20 Blackpool Central Coach Station – Manchester, Coach Stn, Chorlton St £ 7.72 1 h 35 min Direct
National Express National Express 15:15 – 16:50 Blackpool Central Coach Station – Manchester, Coach Stn, Chorlton St £ 11.45 1 h 35 min Direct

How long will it take me to travel from Blackpool to Manchester by bus?

The journey between Blackpool and Manchester runs for about 41 mi and usually takes approximately 1 h 38 min. However, this figure is an average and will vary according to a number of factors. Depending on the method of transport that you choose, you might be able to arrive in less time. The shortest time in which you can complete this journey is 1 h 15 min. If you are trying to get from Blackpool to Manchester as quickly as possible, look for express routes or non-stopping services. Direct routes are not always the fastest way to travel. At times, you may even find a quicker route that involves a connection in another city.

At what time of the day can I travel from Blackpool to Manchester?

If you want to set off early, take the first departure of the day from Blackpool to Manchester, which usually leaves at 05:45. The last scheduled departure of the day is normally at 17:45. These timetables may vary depending on the day of the week, or at different times of year.

How many journeys from Blackpool to Manchester take place each day?

The route from Blackpool to Manchester is served by providers including National Express. From this list of transport providers, there are up to 26 departures each day. However, this exact number will vary. On average, journeys depart from Blackpool 5 times per day. This number includes all the transport providers that serve the route. When traveling from Blackpool to Manchester, you may choose to use an indirect route, involving connections. If you prefer not to do this, you will find an average of 4 direct journeys each day. However, indirect routes open up more possibilities for flexible travelers. On average, there are 1 journeys with one change or more each day. These numbers are all averages. They can slightly vary depending on the day of the week, the season of the year, local festivals, and other factors.