# BPL Transport

> Plan your journey, view timetables and buy your travel ticket, all in our app!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.blackpooltransport](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.blackpooltransport)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.blackpooltransport`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Blackpool Transport Services LTD
- **Category:** TRAVEL\_AND\_LOCAL
- **Downloads:** 291,452
- **Rating:** 4.27 / 5 (3,303 ratings)
- **Version:** 122
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-07
- **First published:** 2017-04-10
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 85 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-18
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackpooltransport)
- **Website:** [http://www.blackpooltransport.com](http://www.blackpooltransport.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.blackpooltransport.com/privacy-notice](https://www.blackpooltransport.com/privacy-notice)

## Description

BPL Transport is your all-in-one app for seamless travel around Blackpool using buses and trams. Effortlessly plan your journeys, view live departure and arrival times, and securely purchase mobile tickets with debit/credit cards to avoid cash hassles. The app features comprehensive timetables, allows you to track real-time disruptions via Twitter, and lets you save favorite routes and journeys for quick access. With contactless journey tracking, you can monitor your travel history and review fare details and savings. Designed for convenience, BPL Transport simplifies commuting, shopping trips, and nights out, putting Blackpool's entire transport network in your hand.

## Rankings

- #132,550 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FLASHLIGHT`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.blackpooltransport.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users find the BPL Transport app very user-friendly and convenient, especially appreciating the mobile ticketing and real-time tracking features. It reliably provides timetables and service updates for both buses and trams, enhancing commuting. However, repeated issues such as too-small QR codes, delayed timetable updates, and inaccuracies in bus tracking have caused frustration. Navigation within the app could be improved with clearer access to route maps and timetables. Despite some declines in discounts and benefits, many users recommend this app for seamless public transport use in Blackpool and surrounding areas.

### Pros

- Easy to use interface suitable for all ages including older users.
- Convenient mobile ticketing feature with multiple ticket options and QR code scanning.
- Real-time tracking of buses and trams helps users know exact locations and arrival times.
- Provides comprehensive timetable information and service updates including diversions and cancellations.
- Helpful for both residents and visitors, integrating trams, buses, and passes seamlessly.

### Cons

- Occasional issues with QR code size causing scanning problems after recent updates.
- The app's timetable updates are sometimes delayed or only available on the website, not in-app.
- Bus tracking may not always reflect delays accurately, causing confusion at stops.
- Lack of route maps and confusing navigation to timetables within the app.
- Some features, like ticket benefits and app discounts, have been reduced or removed over time.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.blackpooltransport)