How far is Bolton from Blackpool?

About 30 miles (49 km) separate Bolton and Blackpool.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Bolton to Blackpool leave from Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel) and arrive at Blackpool Central Coach Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel 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 Genting Casino, Blackpool Tramway, The Great Promenade Show, Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Stanley Park.

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Next bus departures

Next departures for Bolton to Blackpool on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45am	Bolton Central Bus Station	3h 5m	2:50pm	Blackpool Central Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	6:35am	Bolton Central Bus Station	1h 15m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bolton Central Bus Station	1h 15m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:45am	Bolton Central Bus Station	3h 5m	2:50pm	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 5:31 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bolton to Blackpool

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Blackpool. The journey takes about 1 hour 1 minute and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

1h 1mAverage Duration

31 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $17	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $29	Average Duration1h 1m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,717 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29717 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $12

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Where are the popular stops in Bolton and Blackpool?

Stops in Bolton

A - Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel)

B - Bolton - Central Bus Station

C - Astley Bridge Bus Stop

Stops in Blackpool

A - Blackpool Central Coach Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bolton to Blackpool by bus

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The cheapest trip from Bolton to Blackpool was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $11

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

You can expect to pay from $11 to $19 for a bus ticket from Bolton to Blackpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-11-24.