🚌 Bus from Manchester Airport to Blackpool
2 direct routes · about 130 min · first bus 09:25, last bus 16:45 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 121 | National Express | ~130 min | 5 | 09:25 | 16:45 | Manchester Airport The Station (Stand B) |
| 424 | National Express | ~125 min | 2 | 05:45 | 05:45 | Manchester Airport The Station (Stand B) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Manchester Airport on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Manchester Airport to Blackpool?
2 routes run directly from Manchester Airport to Blackpool: the 121 (National Express), the 424 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Manchester Airport to Blackpool?
Around 130 minutes on the 121, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Manchester Airport to Blackpool?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 121) leaves around 09:25 and the last around 16:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Manchester Airport to Blackpool?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.