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The cheapest and fastest buses from Preston to Blackpool

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$10

Average price

$10

Fastest journey

40 m

Average duration

40 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

23 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Preston to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Preston to Blackpool will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Preston for Blackpool on Mon, Jun 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 23 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .

On Mon, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 40 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.

National ExpressNX424
07:10AM0h40
Preston, Bus Station
07:50AMBlackpool, Central Coach Station
$101One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for Preston to Blackpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg.

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€9

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€5

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1h 11m

Average duration

41m

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30m

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53m

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Fastest

23m

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Preston to Blackpool bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 16
Last updated at 10:06 PM
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national_expressNX4246:10 AM Preston, Bus Station
0h40
6:50 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Preston to Blackpool

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Buses from Preston to Blackpool run on average 1 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $3 (€3) by train.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $3 (€3)
Distance
13 miles (22 km)
Average bus duration
41m
Cheapest ticket price
$10 (€8)
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
40m
First bus
00:15
Last bus
07:10
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $3 (€3)

Bus companies: Northern Rail (3) and National Express from Preston to Blackpool

Northern Rail (3) and National Express buses will get you from Preston to Blackpool from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Trains is one of many publicly owned bus operating companies in the United Kingdom. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 bus companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Headquartered in York, Northern operates local and commuter buses across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day tickets can be purchased for Northern bus journeys between Preston and Blackpool. There is only one class option on Northern buses: Standard.

Bus information from Preston to Blackpool with Northern Rail (3):

  • Average Duration: 22 min
  • Cheapest Price: $4
  • Northern Rail (3) frequency: 24 a day

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Popular bus stations from Preston to Blackpool

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The major bus station for departures in Preston is Preston, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston, Bus Station for your trip from Preston to Blackpool.
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The major bus station for arrivals in Blackpool is Blackpool, Central Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool, Central Coach Station for your trip to Blackpool from Preston.
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