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Showtown Blackpool
Award-winning attraction charting Blackpool’s entertainment history through costumes, sets, and stories from dance, circus, and seaside shows.
Cheapest price
CHF12
Average price
CHF14
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bradford to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Blackpool will cost around CHF14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF12.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bradford for Blackpool on Tue, Aug 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 7 h 15 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.








Buses from Bradford to Blackpool run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF11 but you can travel from only CHF8 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 52 miles (85 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF11 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price CHF22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price CHF18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price CHF17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price CHF12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF12 |
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Blackpool buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX172 · NX424 | 2:50 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 5h00 | 7:50 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX172 · NX121 | 7:55 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 3h40 | 11:35 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX172 · NX121 | 11:40 AM Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 7h15 | 6:55 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Award-winning attraction charting Blackpool’s entertainment history through costumes, sets, and stories from dance, circus, and seaside shows.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Blackpool by bus. 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 bus, 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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