How far is Bolton from Blackpool?

The distance covered from Bolton to Blackpool is 49 km (30 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bolton to Blackpool?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel), in Bolton, and end it at Blackpool Central Coach Station, in Blackpool.

Bus from Bolton to Blackpool starting at $14 | Compare & Save up to 50%

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Bolton to Blackpool on November 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:35am	Bolton Central Bus Station	1h 15m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Bolton Central Bus Station	1h 15m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Bolton Central Bus Station	1h 15m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Bolton Central Bus Station	1h 15m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Bolton Central Bus Station	1h 15m	7:50am	Blackpool Central Coach Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Bolton to Blackpool

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Blackpool. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1h 15mAverage Duration

49 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $23	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $42	Average Duration1h 1m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29708 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers 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 $17

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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 travelling from Bolton to Blackpool by bus

How far is Bolton from Blackpool?
The distance covered from Bolton to Blackpool is 49 km (30 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bolton to Blackpool?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel), in Bolton, and end it at Blackpool Central Coach Station, 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

11-10

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11-11

$17

Today

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11-13

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11-14

$20

11-15

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11-16

$18

11-17

$16

The cheapest trip from Bolton to Blackpool was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $16

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 $16 to $28 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 $16 which is on 2025-11-17.