- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 19 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Blackpool to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to London will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 14 buses that leave Blackpool for London on Thu, Aug 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 324 km distance in an average of 7 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
NX121 · NX540
NX121 · NX541
NX121 · NX540
NX121 · NX540
NX121 · NX540
NX121 · NX540
FlixBus
NX121 · NX541Buses from Blackpool to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 201 miles (324 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 201 miles (324 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €49 |
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to London buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 7h45 | 3:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 9h05 | 4:55 PM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 8h20 | 4:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX121 · NX541 | 8:25 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 7h50 | 4:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX121 · NX541 · NX409 | 8:25 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 8h00 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX121 · NX540 | 9:35 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 6h45 | 4:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX121 · NX210 · NX401 | 9:35 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 8h20 | 5:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX121 · NX540 | 12:40 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 7h00 | 7:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX121 · NX210 · NX030 | 12:40 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 9h50 | 10:30 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX121 · NX540 | 3:35 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 7h15 | 10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX424 | 10:00 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 8h30 | 6:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX424 | 10:00 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 8h10 | 6:10 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX424 · NX210 · NX032 | 10:00 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 13h15 | 11:15 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Most Blackpool to London buses use the Blackpool, Central Coach Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Earl's Court. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Blackpool, Central Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack bar available in the waiting area.
Wi-Fi is available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station. ATMs are available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station.
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station.
Available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistance options.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Earl's Court is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Earl's Court has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Earl's Court. ATMs are available at London, Earl's Court.
Ticket office support is available at London, Earl's Court.
Available at London, Earl's Court: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Earl's Court: Station is accessible for those with reduced mobility.
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