🚌 Bus from Manchester City Centre to Blackpool
2 direct routes · about 80 min · first bus 10:15, last bus 17:35 (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 | ~80 min | 5 | 10:15 | 17:35 | Manchester Central Coach Station |
| 424 | National Express | ~100 min | 2 | 06:10 | 06:10 | Manchester Central Coach Station |
Times are for the first boarding point in Manchester City Centre 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 City Centre to Blackpool?
2 routes run directly from Manchester City Centre to Blackpool: the 121 (National Express), the 424 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Manchester City Centre to Blackpool?
Around 80 minutes on the 121, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Manchester City Centre to Blackpool?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 121) leaves around 10:15 and the last around 17:35. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Manchester City Centre to Blackpool?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.