Bus and Coach from Colchester to Blackpool: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Colchester to Blackpool

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Colchester to Blackpool from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

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Sunday

£35

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Tuesday

Wednesday

£36

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	13h 15m	08:35	Colchester	East Hill House	21:50	Blackpool	Central Coach Station	Economy	£35	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 08:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
National Express	11h 45m	03:05	Colchester	East Hill House	14:50	Blackpool	Central Coach Station	Economy	£41	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 03:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 14:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
National Express	12h 55m	06:05	Colchester	East Hill House	19:00	Blackpool	Central Coach Station	Economy	£41	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 06:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 19:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
National Express	12h 15m	19:35	Colchester	East Hill House	07:50	Blackpool	Central Coach Station	Economy	£46	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 19:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 07:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
National Express	14h 15m	21:35	Colchester	East Hill House	11:50	Blackpool	Central Coach Station	Economy	£49	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 21:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 11:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	13h 25m	08:25	Colchester	East Hill House	21:50	Blackpool	Central Coach Station	Economy	£36	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2026 08:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/03/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £36 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
National Express	14h 15m	21:35	Colchester	East Hill House	11:50	Blackpool	Central Coach Station	Economy	£39	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2026 21:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/03/2026 11:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m
National Express	11h 45m	03:05	Colchester	East Hill House	14:50	Blackpool	Central Coach Station	Economy	£42	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2026 03:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/03/2026 14:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
National Express	13h 10m	06:05	Colchester	East Hill House	19:15	Blackpool	Central Coach Station	Economy	£56	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2026 06:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/03/2026 19:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £56 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 10m
National Express	12h 20m	19:30	Colchester	East Hill House	07:50	Blackpool	Central Coach Station	Economy	£64	A Bus from National Express goes from East Hill House, Colchester (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2026 19:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/03/2026 07:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £64 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Colchester to Blackpool is £31 on 09/04/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Colchester and Blackpool

See here how frequent the connections between Colchester and Blackpool are, during different times and days of the week.

Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily coaches from Colchester to Blackpool. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Colchester and Blackpool.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 4 coaches from Colchester to Blackpool, while Night sees the fewest connections between Colchester and Blackpool, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Colchester to Blackpool

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 5 times every day by bus from Colchester to Blackpool in one click! Book your bus ticket from Colchester to Blackpool starting from £31!

Cheapest Bus	£31
Fastest Bus	11h 45m
Earliest Coach	03:05
Latest Coach	21:35
Daily Bus Connections	5 Ø
Distance	340.7 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Colchester to Blackpool

Every day, 5 buses from 1 coach companies leave Colchester for Blackpool: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 20/03/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 16/03

Tuesday 17/03

Wednesday 18/03

Thursday 19/03

Friday 20/03

Saturday 21/03

Sunday 22/03

£35

Monday 23/03

Tuesday 24/03

Wednesday 25/03

£36

Thursday 26/03

Friday 27/03

£39

Saturday 28/03

Sunday 29/03

£45

Monday 30/03

Tuesday 31/03

Wednesday 01/04

Thursday 02/04

Friday 03/04

£50

Saturday 04/04

Sunday 05/04

£70

Monday 06/04

£70

Tuesday 07/04

£32

Wednesday 08/04

£32

Thursday 09/04

£31

Friday 10/04

£41

Saturday 11/04

£41

Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Colchester to Blackpool

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Colchester to Blackpool, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £31, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Colchester to Blackpool. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £35.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Colchester to Blackpool, with £31. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £39.

How to save money travelling from Colchester to Blackpool

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Colchester to Blackpool in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Colchester to Blackpool, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Colchester to Blackpool are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Colchester to Blackpool

These are the most booked bus companies between Colchester to Blackpool from our users.

National Express from Colchester to Blackpool

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Colchester to Blackpool:

Cheapest Price	£35
Fastest Coach	11h 45m
Earliest Coach	03:05
Last Coach	21:35
Daily Connections	5 Ø
Found on	19/03/2026

All bus stations and stops in Colchester and Blackpool

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Colchester and Blackpool.

Coach Station

Stanwell Street 12

East Hill House

Alresford, Essex

Station Road, Alresford, Colchester

University of Essex

Boundary Rd

The Centre

Central Coach Station

Talbot Road

Topping Street

Topping St 91

Market Street

Market St 17

Starr Gate

Clifton Drive North 606

Service and Comfort on the bus from Colchester to Blackpool

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Colchester to Blackpool? Or which bus companies serve the route Colchester to Blackpool? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Colchester to Blackpool bus

How much does a Colchester - Blackpool coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Colchester - Blackpool bus trip is available from £31 and takes 13h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Colchester to Blackpool?

The connection Colchester to Blackpool is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £31 to £64. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Colchester - Blackpool route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Colchester to Blackpool is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Blackpool from Colchester take?

The quickest coach from Colchester to Blackpool is provided by National Express and takes 11h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £41. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Colchester to Blackpool?

The earliest bus to Blackpool departs from Colchester at 03:05. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Colchester to Blackpool?

The latest bus to Blackpool departs from Colchester at 21:35. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Colchester - Blackpool route?

Passengers looking to travel from Colchester to Blackpool can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Blackpool?

You can check all the direct connections between Colchester and Blackpool by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Blackpool from Colchester?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Colchester Blackpool bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Colchester Blackpool bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Colchester to Blackpool on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Colchester to Blackpool?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Colchester to Blackpool

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Colchester and to Blackpool

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Colchester and to Blackpool. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!