London to Blackpool bus

Buses from London to Blackpool

Known for its amusement arcades and vintage wooden rollercoasters, Blackpool Pleasure Beach sits on the Irish Sea coast of England in the north-west. buses depart from London's busy Victoria bus Station headed for Blackpool Central bus Station, covering the 250-mile route in as little as seven hours. National Express offers a mixture of direct and indirect options, usually with one change at Manchester bus Station. Whenever passengers decide to travel, they can expect up to nine departures per day.

Which bus companies travel from London to Blackpool?

Only one company offers buses from London to Blackpool. National Express is the sole provider of coaches, offering numerous direct and indirect departures per day. On board, National Express offers every customer free WiFi, spacious legroom and personal control of their air conditioning.

How long is the bus from London to Blackpool?

The journey time from London to Blackpool varies significantly. Any journey during rush hour takes traffic congestion into consideration. Some routes require a change at Manchester bus Station, although this does not always make the journey longer. Monday to Friday, the fastest journey is the indirect route, leaving London at 7:00 a.m. to arrive in Blackpool for 2:00 p.m, taking just seven hours. Longer journeys can take up to nine hours.

How many buses are there from London to Blackpool?

Each day, passengers can expect between eight and nine buses from London to Blackpool. Of these, there are usually three direct services. Generally, departures are grouped from morning to lunchtime, with one option for overnight travel.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Blackpool?

Departure bus station: All buses from London to Blackpool begin at London Victoria bus Station. Found close to numerous tourist attractions such as Buckingham Palace, the bus station is a short walk from London Victoria train station where passengers can connect to London Underground services and numerous local bus routes. Station facilities are extensive, with numerous shops, cafes and restaurants as well as toilet facilities.

Arrival bus station: Passengers will alight the service at Blackpool Central bus Station. As the name would suggest, the bus station is centrally located, allowing passengers immediate access to numerous attractions. The bus station is just under a mile from Blackpool North train station and just over a mile from Blackpool South train station.