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The cheapest and fastest buses from Blackpool to Liverpool

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 08

Cheapest price on Sep 08

$16

Average ticket price on Sep 08

$19

Fastest journey on Sep 08

3 h 9 m

Average journey duration on Sep 08

3 h 25 m

Buses on Sep 08

16

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Blackpool to Liverpool will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Blackpool to Liverpool without transferring at least once.

  • National ExpressNX121 · NX120
    8:25 AM4h05
    Blackpool, Central Coach Station
    12:30 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    $161One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX121 · NX540
    7:55 PM3h35
    Blackpool, Central Coach Station
    11:30 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    $161One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX121 · NX170
    7:55 PM3h58
    Blackpool, Central Coach Station
    11:53 PMLiverpool, Botanic Park
    $161One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX121 · NX170
    7:55 PM4h04
    Blackpool, Central Coach Station
    11:59 PMLiverpool, University
    $161One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX121 · NX170
    9:35 AM3h30
    Blackpool, Central Coach Station
    1:05 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    $171One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Blackpool to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $23.

Distance: 27 miles (45 km)

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Bus
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Train
Driving

$21

Average price

Cheapest

$23

Average price

$17

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 16m

Average total duration

2h 46m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 26m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 22m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Blackpool to Liverpool is a bus with an average price of $21.

This is compared to other travel options from Blackpool to Liverpool:

A bus is $2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Blackpool to Liverpool costing on average $23.

The fastest way to travel from Blackpool to Liverpool is by train with an average journey time of 1h 26m.

Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Blackpool and Liverpool including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Blackpool to Liverpool among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $21 compared to roughly $17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-4.08. The journey takes 2h 46m versus 1h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Blackpool to Liverpool Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:25AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:10AM
Arrival Time
12:35PM
Duration
3h25
Departure days
Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:35AM
Arrival Time
12:44PM
Duration
3h09
Departure days
Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:40PM
Arrival Time
04:00PM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:35PM
Arrival Time
08:24PM
Duration
4h49
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:50PM
Arrival Time
08:00PM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
07:35PM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:55PM
Arrival Time
10:30PM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:15PM
Arrival Time
10:33PM
Duration
3h18
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
10:33PM
Duration
3h03
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:55PM
Arrival Time
11:30PM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:15PM
Arrival Time
11:55PM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
02:00AM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$25

Live departures

Blackpool to Liverpool bus times

The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Liverpool buses for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX121 · NX1703:35 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
4h49
8:24 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park1 transfer
National ExpressNX121 · NX1703:35 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
4h55
8:30 PM Liverpool, University1 transfer
National ExpressNX121 · NX5403:35 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
3h40
7:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
National ExpressNX121 · NX5407:55 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
3h35
11:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
National ExpressNX121 · NX1707:55 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
4h04
11:59 PM Liverpool, University1 transfer
National ExpressNX121 · NX1707:55 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
3h58
11:53 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park1 transfer
National ExpressNX424 · NX17010:00 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
3h43
1:43 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park1 transfer
National ExpressNX424 · NX17010:00 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
3h50
1:50 AM Liverpool, University1 transfer
National ExpressNX424 · NX54110:00 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
3h35
1:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
Tuesday, September 8
National ExpressNX121 · NX1208:25 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
4h05
12:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
National ExpressNX121 · NX1709:35 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
3h30
1:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
National ExpressNX121 · NX1709:35 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
3h09
12:44 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park1 transfer
National ExpressNX121 · NX1709:35 AM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
3h15
12:50 PM Liverpool, University1 transfer
National ExpressNX121 · NX17012:40 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
4h30
5:10 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
National ExpressNX121 · NX17012:40 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
4h09
4:49 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park1 transfer
National ExpressNX121 · NX17012:40 PM Blackpool, Central Coach Station
4h15
4:55 PM Liverpool, University1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Blackpool to Liverpool

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Buses from Blackpool to Liverpool run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 but you can travel from only $5 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 01:55, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 2h 23m.

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 $5
Distance
27 miles (45 km)
Average bus duration
2h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
$12
Buses per day
15
Fastest bus
2h 23m
First bus
1:55 AM
Last bus
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
1 day
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 $5

Bus providers: National Express from Blackpool to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Blackpool to Liverpool with National Express for as low as $5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
2h 23m
Cheapest National Express Price
$12
National Express frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Complete guide to Liverpool

Things to do in Liverpool

Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.

  • Must visit

The Beatles Story

Acclaimed branch of the Imperial War Museums covering modern conflict, personal stories, and the impact of war in a dramatic dock building.

  • Must visit

World Museum

Large free museum covering archaeology, natural history, world cultures, and planetarium shows. Excellent for broad insight into the region.

  • Must visit

Museum of Liverpool

Modern museum telling Liverpool’s story from port city to pop culture capital, with social history, transport, and riverfront galleries.

British pound sterling (£)

Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while transit and casual meals are fairly affordable for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes and pubs: no tip expected, small change appreciated.

FAQs: Bus from Blackpool to Liverpool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Blackpool to Liverpool can start from as little as $12 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Blackpool to Liverpool is $21 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Blackpool to Liverpool is 2h 23m to travel the 27 miles (45 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Blackpool to Liverpool leaves at 1:55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Blackpool to Liverpool leaves at 11:45 PM.
There are 15 buses a day from Blackpool to Liverpool which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Blackpool to Liverpool, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Liverpool. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Blackpool and Liverpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
When departing from Blackpool , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Blackpool, Central Coach Station . When arriving in Liverpool , you can end your journey in bus stations like Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, Liverpool, University, Liverpool, Botanic Park, Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive, Liverpool, Kwik Fit Old Swan, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire Oaks (Outlet Village) .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Blackpool, Central Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Liverpool from Blackpool is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 23m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Blackpool to Liverpool is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Blackpool and Liverpool including taking a train and bus.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Blackpool to Liverpool for bus company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Blackpool to Liverpool:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Liverpool are:
  • The Beatles Story, an immersive museum dedicated to the history and impact of The Beatles
  • Royal Albert Dock, a historic waterfront complex featuring museums, shops, and restaurants
  • Liverpool Cathedral, the largest cathedral in Britain known for its stunning architecture and panoramic views
  • Anfield Stadium, the iconic home of Liverpool FC offering stadium tours and a museum
  • St George's Hall, a neoclassical building known for its grand architecture and cultural events.
The best things to do in Liverpool include:
  • Explore the vibrant Baltic Triangle, a creative and digital district with street art, bars, and music venues
  • Take a ferry across the Mersey River for scenic views of Liverpool's skyline
  • Visit the Walker Art Gallery, home to one of the largest art collections in England outside London
  • Enjoy a performance at the Liverpool Empire Theatre, hosting a variety of shows and musicals
  • Discover the history of the city at the Museum of Liverpool, offering insights into the city's rich heritage.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Blackpool to Liverpool depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Blackpool to Liverpool.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Blackpool to Liverpool:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Blackpool to Liverpool:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Blackpool to Liverpool.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Blackpool to Liverpool with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Blackpool to Liverpool with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Blackpool to Liverpool with the following bus company: National Express.
Since neither Blackpool nor Liverpool are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Blackpool to Liverpool among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Liverpool, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in busy areas like the city center and around popular attractions such as the Albert Dock and Liverpool ONE shopping center. Scams involving overcharging in taxis can occur, so it's advisable to use licensed cabs or pre-book rides. Additionally, travelers should be aware of nightlife-related safety, avoiding unlicensed venues and staying in well-lit, populated areas at night.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Blackpool to Liverpool

Most Blackpool to Liverpool buses use the Blackpool, Central Coach Station to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool, University. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Liverpool bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Blackpool
Arrival bus stations in Liverpool

Which Blackpool station do buses to Liverpool leave from?

Buses from Blackpool to Liverpool leave from Blackpool, Central Coach Station. The station is from Blackpool city centre at Blackpool, Blackpool FY1 5QE, UK.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Blackpool, Central Coach Station from Blackpool city centre

Bus6, 5, 7, 10, 5a, 5b · 8m · $6 · every ~35 min

Blackpool, Central Coach Station 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 and drink

Food options include: Snack bar available in the waiting area.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station. ATMs are available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool, Central Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistance options.

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