What is the distance between Birmingham and Blackpool?

About 104 miles (168 km) separate Birmingham and Blackpool.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Birmingham to Blackpool?

If you're headed to Blackpool from Birmingham, chances are that your bus will leave from Coach Station and arrive at Blackpool Central Coach Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Blackpool?

Once in Blackpool, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Blackpool Beach, Blackpool Sealife Centre, Blackpool Tower, Comedy Carpet and Winter Gardens.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Blackpool on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30pm	Coach Station	5h 20m	9:50pm	Blackpool Central Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:00am	Coach Station	3h 50m	2:50pm	Blackpool Central Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	2:00am	Birmingham Airport - BHX	5h 50m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Birmingham Airport - BHX	5h 50m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Birmingham Airport - BHX	7h 10m	11:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Blackpool on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30pm	Coach Station	5h 20m	9:50pm	Blackpool Central Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:00am	Coach Station	3h 50m	2:50pm	Blackpool Central Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	2:00am	Birmingham Airport - BHX	5h 50m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Birmingham Airport - BHX	5h 50m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Birmingham Airport - BHX	7h 10m	11:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Blackpool on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Coach Station	4h 50m	9:50pm	Blackpool Central Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:00am	Coach Station	3h 50m	2:50pm	Blackpool Central Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	2:00am	Birmingham Airport - BHX	5h 50m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Birmingham Airport - BHX	5h 50m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Birmingham Airport - BHX	7h 10m	11:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Blackpool on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25am	Coach Station	5h 25m	8:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:40am	Coach Station	5h 10m	8:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Coach Station	5h 25m	8:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:25am	Coach Station	5h 25m	8:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:40am	Coach Station	5h 10m	8:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Blackpool on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Coach Station	4h 50m	9:50pm	Blackpool Central Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:00am	Coach Station	3h 50m	11:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	2:00am	Birmingham Airport - BHX	5h 50m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Birmingham Airport - BHX	5h 50m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:40am	Birmingham Airport - BHX	7h 10m	11:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Blackpool

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Blackpool. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

104 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $50	Average Duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$24 - $34	Average Duration2h 8m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $20	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,717 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users have reported a positive experience with the bus service, highlighting that it left on time and provided a smooth journey. The driver was noted to be helpful and pleasant, contributing to an overall comfortable travel experience.

National Express Birmingham Blackpool recent customer reviews

Everything went smoothly, on time and friendly drivers

Gdpr D.

October 26, 2025

Enjoyed everthing

Derek J.

June 9, 2024

Quick comfortable journey to Blackpool pleasant driver 5*

Jamie B.

August 28, 2023

Megabus UK

3.5/54,273 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Blackpool?

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Birmingham Airport

C - Bearwood

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Stops in Blackpool

A - Blackpool Central Coach Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham to Blackpool by bus

What is the distance between Birmingham and Blackpool?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Birmingham to Blackpool?
What are the best sights and things to do in Blackpool?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/16

$36

11/17

$33

Today

$36

11/19

$18

11/20

$16

11/21

$18

11/22

No data

11/23

$15

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Blackpool was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $15

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Blackpool, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $15 to $50 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Blackpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-11-23.