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Coach from Sheffield to Blackpool: Journey Information

There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Sheffield to Blackpool. Traveling by coach from Sheffield to Blackpool usually takes around 6 hours and 17 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 45 minutes.

Distance71 mi (114 km)
Shortest duration5h 45m
Cheapest price£14.44
Most frequent serviceNational Express
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How much is a coach ticket from Sheffield to Blackpool?

Bus tickets for a trip from Sheffield to Blackpool cost £15.74 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Sheffield to Blackpool by month

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Traveling from Sheffield to Blackpool by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around £17 whenever you decide to travel.

What coach companies travel from Sheffield to Blackpool?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Sheffield to Blackpool. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express46h 17m£16.91
  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Sheffield to Blackpool

The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 17 minutes to cover the 71 miles from Sheffield to Blackpool. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Blackpool at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

The first coach leaves at 04:00 and the last coach leaves at 15:00. To see the times for all coaches from Sheffield to Blackpool, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Sheffield to Blackpool every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Sheffield to Blackpool; ticket prices start at £18.67.

City Information

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Sheffield is also known as the Steel City, mainly for its many innovations during the 19th-century Industrial Revolution. Flash forward to today, and Sheffield is where you'll find modern cityscapes set against beautiful green backdrops; a standout is Peak District National Park.

Paying homage to the city's history, many streets feature steel art structures, and the local museums explore the city's contributions to Britain's steel industry. Sheffield's food scene boasts a plethora of restaurants, microbreweries, and pubs all around. Top picks include Steam Yard, Silversmiths, and Kommune, all located at the city centre.

The most prominent landmarks in Sheffield are the Millennium Gallery, Sheffield Cathedral, Winter Garden, and the Kelham Island Museum. For family fun, check out the Weston Park Museum, Tropical Butterfly House, and Whirlow Hall Farm.

Two trains can take you to Sheffield: Northern Rail and CrossCountry. If you prefer to take a coach, service is available with Megabus and FlixBus.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Sheffield?

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Main departure station: Meadowhall Interchange

Meadowhall Interchange is located in northeast Sheffield and consists of a train station, tram stop, and bus/coach station. Pedestrian footbridges connect the coach station building, train platforms, park and ride lot, and tram stop to the Meadowhall shopping centre across the River Don. The coach station building offers amenities, including fast food and restrooms; FlixBus, National Express, and Megabus coaches board in the coach lanes outside of this building. The train platforms serve Northern and TransPennine rail routes, and the tram connects Meadowhall with the centre of Sheffield.

All coach stations in Sheffield:

  • Meadowhall Interchange

  • Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station

Where does the coach arrive in Blackpool?

Main arrival station: Central Coach Station

All coaches from Sheffield arrive at one main station in Blackpool.

Coach stations in Blackpool:

  • Central Coach Station

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