The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester Airport to Blackpool
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester Airport to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Blackpool will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 4 buses that leave Manchester Airport for Blackpool on Sat, Mar 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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.








Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester Airport to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$10 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price |
2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Manchester Airport to Blackpool Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Blackpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Blackpool buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX121 | 5:15 PM Manchester, Airport | 2h10 | 7:25 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
![]() | 8:17 AM Manchester Airport | 2h45 | 11:02 AM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Manchester Airport | 2h10 | 11:50 AM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:45 PM Manchester Airport | 2h05 | 2:50 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport to Blackpool
Buses from Manchester Airport to Blackpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:17, the last at 17:15. The fastest bus covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 44 miles (72 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 08:17 |
Last bus 17:15 |
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Low season Oct - Dec |
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Bus providers: National Express, High Peak from Manchester Airport to BlackpoolYou can travel by bus between Manchester Airport to Blackpool with National Express, High Peak for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester Airport to Blackpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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