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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Blackburn - Salford Bus Stop | Coach Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Blackburn - Salford Bus Stop | Coach Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Blackburn - Salford Bus Stop | Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Blackburn - Salford Bus Stop | Coach Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Blackburn to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Blackburn and Manchester?
Stops in Blackburn
- A8 Salford, Blackburn BB1 6HG, UK
- B
Blackburn Bus Station
2479 Brown St, Blackburn BB1, UK
Stops in Manchester
- A16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- BShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK - E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK - F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
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Users have shared positive feedback about the comfortable seats and excellent service provided by drivers on trips to and from Manchester. However, some travelers noted that instructions were not clearly visible for newcomers, which could cause slight delays in timing.
National Express Blackburn Manchester recent customer reviews
Timely and comfortable
Sakeena M.
Instructions not visible for new travelers and little late on time.
Anwar A.
Comfortable seats. Excellent service from drivers too and from Manchester
Geraldine T.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Blackburn to Manchester
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Blackburn to Manchester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Blackburn to Manchester start from £6. The average price for this route is around £6. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Blackburn to Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Blackburn to Manchester is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 22 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 10m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Blackburn to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Blackburn to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Blackburn to Manchester at 08:20. And the latest bus departs at 11:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Blackburn to Manchester?
A bus journey from Blackburn to Manchester produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Blackburn to Manchester was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £5To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Blackburn to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £5 to £11 for a bus ticket from Blackburn to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-11-30.
