The Resort Rider from Blackpool Transport
18 March 2025
by Visit Blackpool
On Saturday 5th April, just in time for school holiday adventures, new Resort Rider routes are landing in Blackpool.
The Resort Rider provides a really easy way to explore Blackpool by bus, perfect for holiday makers and day trippers wanting to explore the iconic seaside resort. It consists of routes 1 and 2 and provides links to all of the attractions and popular destinations in town, including the world famous tower, all three piers and Blackpool Zoo.
Operated by Blackpool Transport, the 1 route will continue to connect a number of popular destinations via the promenade, including Affinity Outlet Fleetwood, Cleveleys, Norbreck and North Pier. It will also continue to stop at Blackpool North Station providing easy ongoing connections for holiday makers and commuters.
The brand new 2 route is an hourly service connecting the popular Cala Gran Holiday Park, Cleveleys and Norbreck to Blackpool town center, all three piers, the Pleasure Beach and the zoo.
The Resort Rider name will be clearly displayed on the destination blinds of both Route 1 and 2 buses, making them easy to identify. Anyone who climbs aboard knows they are heading in the right direction to enjoy all the sights.
Jamie Swift, Head of Service Delivery at Blackpool Transport, said ‘At Blackpool Transport we are dedicated to creating valuable connections between key locations for our customers. The Resort Rider is all about creating positive experiences for holiday makers, day trippers as well as local people who want to explore everything that this unique and vibrant town has to offer.
By travelling on our Resort Rider routes you can guarantee a day full of fun and adventure. Whether you are coming from Fleetwood, Cleveleys, Cala Gran Holiday Park or any of the Promenade hotels, the Resort Rider provides a convenient, hassle-free way to discover the very best of the resort. From shopping, chic restaurants, cafes and bars, stunning seaside views as well as an array of popular attractions including Blackpool Zoo, The Pleasure Beach, Blackpool Tower and The Sealife Centre, Resort Rider really does have something for everyone.’