Bus from Hanley to Blackpool
2 direct routes · about 175 min · first bus 04:55, last bus 14:35 (weekdays).
Next buses to Blackpool as of 13:27
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Hanley, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 424 | National Express | ~175 min | 2 | Sat 2 · Sun 2 | 04:55 | 04:55 | bus station (stand B) | National Express Coach Facility (by) | Manchester, Bolton & Preston |
| UK026 | FlixBus | ~170 min | 1 | Sat 1 · Sun 1 | 14:35 | 14:35 | bus station (stand B) | National Express Coach Facility (by) | Manchester City Centre |
Times are for the first boarding point in Hanley on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 424 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Hanley to Blackpool?
2 routes run directly from Hanley to Blackpool: the 424 (National Express), the UK026 (FlixBus). The most frequent is the 424, twice each weekday — board at bus station (stand B) and get off at National Express Coach Facility (by), about 175 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Hanley to Blackpool?
Around 175 minutes on the 424, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Manchester, Bolton, Preston on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Hanley to Blackpool?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 04:55 and the last around 14:35. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Hanley to Blackpool?
This is a long-distance coach service, so the England £3 bus fare cap does not apply — nor do local bus tickets or passes. Coach operators set their own fares and price by demand, so booking further ahead is usually much cheaper than buying on the day.