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Compare all timetables for the bus from Reading to Blackpool

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

today
£51
tomorrow
£48
Monday
£44
Tuesday
£48
Wednesday
£18
Thursday
£18
Friday
£45

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 15h 30m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 07:50 Blackpool Central Coach Station  Economy £51
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Blackpool via Manchester, you can save more than £29? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      17h 15m
      0
      15:30
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      23:10
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £18
      • Waiting Time 8h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 30m
      0
      07:15
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      08:45
      Blackpool
      Central Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 45m longer, but you will save £29

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 15h 30m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 07:50 Blackpool Central Coach Station  Economy £48
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Blackpool via Manchester, you can save more than £26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      17h 15m
      0
      15:30
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      23:10
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £18
      • Waiting Time 8h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 30m
      0
      07:15
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      08:45
      Blackpool
      Central Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 45m longer, but you will save £26

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 15h 30m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 07:50 Blackpool Central Coach Station  Economy £44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Blackpool via Manchester, you can save more than £22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      17h 15m
      0
      15:30
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      23:10
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £18
      • Waiting Time 8h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 30m
      0
      07:15
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      08:45
      Blackpool
      Central Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 45m longer, but you will save £22

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 15h 30m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 07:50 Blackpool Central Coach Station  Economy £48
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Blackpool via Manchester, you can save more than £26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      17h 15m
      0
      15:30
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      23:10
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £18
      • Waiting Time 8h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 30m
      0
      07:15
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      08:45
      Blackpool
      Central Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 45m longer, but you will save £26

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 12h 30m 04:55 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 17:25 Blackpool Central Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 15h 30m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 07:50 Blackpool Central Coach Station  Economy £43

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 12h 30m 04:55 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 17:25 Blackpool Central Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 15h 30m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 07:50 Blackpool Central Coach Station  Economy £44

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 15h 20m 16:30 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 07:50 Blackpool Central Coach Station  Economy £45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Blackpool via Manchester, you can save more than £23? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      17h 15m
      0
      15:30
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      23:10
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £18
      • Waiting Time 8h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 30m
      0
      07:15
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      08:45
      Blackpool
      Central Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 55m longer, but you will save £23

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Reading to Blackpool is £18 on 17/09/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Reading and Blackpool

See here how frequent the connections between Reading and Blackpool are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Reading to Blackpool. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Reading and Blackpool.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 7 coaches from Reading to Blackpool, while Night sees the fewest connections between Reading and Blackpool, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Reading to Blackpool

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 1 times every day by bus from Reading to Blackpool in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Blackpool starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 12h 30m
Earliest Coach 16:20
Latest Coach 16:30
Daily Bus Connections 1 Ø
Distance 297.0 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Reading to Blackpool

Every day, 1 buses from 2 coach companies leave Reading for Blackpool: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/09/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 07/09
Tuesday 08/09
Wednesday 09/09
Thursday 10/09
Friday 11/09
Saturday 12/09
£51
Sunday 13/09
£48
Monday 14/09
£44
Tuesday 15/09
£48
Wednesday 16/09
£43
Thursday 17/09
£18
Friday 18/09
£45
Saturday 19/09
£52
Sunday 20/09
£49
Monday 21/09
£45
Tuesday 22/09
£48
Wednesday 23/09
£18
Thursday 24/09
Friday 25/09
£52
Saturday 26/09
£52
Sunday 27/09
£49
Monday 28/09
£18
Tuesday 29/09
£44
Wednesday 30/09
£44
Thursday 01/10
Friday 02/10
£45
Saturday 03/10
£52
Sunday 04/10

The cheapest time to travel from Reading to Blackpool

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Reading to Blackpool, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £18, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Reading to Blackpool. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £50.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to Blackpool, with £18. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £43.

How to save money travelling from Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading to Blackpool are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Reading to Blackpool

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

National Express from Reading to Blackpool

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £43
Fastest Coach 15h 20m
Earliest Coach 16:20
Last Coach 16:30
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 18/08/2026

FlixBus from Reading to Blackpool

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Reading to Blackpool:

Cheapest Price £18
Fastest Coach 12h 30m
Earliest Coach 04:55
Last Coach 04:55
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 18/08/2026

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Blackpool

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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Reading to Blackpool? Compare all modes of transports from Reading to Blackpool.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to Blackpool

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

FAQs about the Reading to Blackpool bus

How much does a Reading - Blackpool coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Reading - Blackpool bus trip is available from £18 and takes 12h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Reading to Blackpool is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £51. 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 Reading - Blackpool route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Reading to Blackpool is offered by roughly 1 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Blackpool from Reading take?

The quickest coach from Reading to Blackpool is provided by FlixBus and takes 12h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £18. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Blackpool?

The earliest bus to Blackpool departs from Reading at 16:20. 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 Reading to Blackpool?

The latest bus to Blackpool departs from Reading at 16:30. 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 Reading - Blackpool route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Blackpool?

You can check all the direct connections between Reading 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 and FlixBus.

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

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 Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading to Blackpool on your planned travel date.

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

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 1 daily trips between Reading and Blackpool. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Reading to Blackpool?

Prices and availability for 1 trips between Reading and Blackpool change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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