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The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackburn to Leeds
Showing times and prices for Nov 24
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
62 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackburn to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Leeds will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Blackburn for Leeds on Mon, Nov 24, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 24 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Mon, Nov 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
07:20AM1h44
Blackburn09:04AMLeeds
€81One-way
0 transfers
06:18AM1h47
Blackburn08:05AMLeeds
€81One-way
0 transfers
07:20PM1h46
Blackburn09:06PMLeeds
€81One-way
0 transfers
12:20PM1h44
Blackburn02:04PMLeeds
€91One-way
0 transfers
06:04PM1h22
Blackburn07:26PMLeeds
€111One-way
0 transfers
06:04PM1h22
Blackburn07:26PMLeeds
€111One-way
0 transfers
12:20PM1h44
Blackburn02:04PMLeeds
€91One-way
0 transfers
07:20AM1h44
Blackburn09:04AMLeeds
€81One-way
0 transfers
07:20PM1h46
Blackburn09:06PMLeeds
€81One-way
0 transfers
06:18AM1h47
Blackburn08:05AMLeeds
€81One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Blackburn to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €14.
Distance: 62 km
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Blackburn to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Leeds trains for today, Sunday, November 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:51 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NT036800 · Y04956 | On time 1:13 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 2h28 | 3:41 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| NT036600 · Y04955 | On time 2:13 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 2h27 | 4:40 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| NT358500 · S00854 · Y02267 | On time 2:40 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 2h35 | 5:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
| NT036400 · Y01569 | On time 3:13 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 2h24 | 5:37 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| NT036200 · Y04939 | On time 4:13 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 2h24 | 6:37 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
| NT358400 · S00853 · Y02291 | On time 4:40 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 2h35 | 7:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, November 24 | |||||
| 6:18 AM Blackburn | 1h47 | 8:05 AM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:20 AM Blackburn | 1h44 | 9:04 AM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackburn to Leeds
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Blackburn to Leeds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:01, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 1h 22m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 02:01 |
Last train 23:04 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Blackburn to Leeds trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Blackburn and Leeds from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest Price
€3
Northern Rail (3) frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Blackburn to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn to Leeds by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Blackburn to Leeds can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Blackburn to Leeds is €11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Blackburn to Leeds train time is 1 h 22 min covering the 61 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Blackburn to Leeds leaves at 02: 13. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Blackburn to Leeds leaves at 23: 27.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Blackburn to Leeds without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3). There are 3 direct trains from Blackburn to Leeds each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Blackburn to Leeds train with Northern Rail (3). However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip from Blackburn to Leeds as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 27.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Blackburn, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Leeds, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
A day trip to Leeds from Blackburn is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 22 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Blackburn to Leeds is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Blackburn to Leeds including taking a train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Blackburn to Leeds
Blackburn
Leeds
The major train station for departures in Blackburn is Blackburn. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackburn for your trip from Blackburn to Leeds.
Blackburn
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 06:40 - 18:00 Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access from station front to subway up 10 metre ramp or 4 steps from which a passenger lift and steep 20 metre ramp gives access to ticket office and platforms 1, 2 and 3 and by separate ramp to platform 4. Lifts available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located at the bottom of platform 4
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Blackburn
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement pick up/drop off will be in the Vue Cinema Car Park at the rear of the Station
Cherry Tree
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Preston platform: From Green Lane down 50 metre ramps with handrail to platform. Colne platform: Step free access from Green Lane. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Cherry Tree
- Onward travel information: contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses towards Blackburn stop on Preston Old Road at the junction of Geddes Street. Buses towards Preston stop near to the junction of Cecilia Road and Preston Old Road
Mill Hill (Lancs)
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Acces to platform down 30 steps with rest platform and handrail. Island platform accessed only by stairs
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Mill Hill (Lancs)
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on New Chapel Street above the station (Station side for Blackburn, opposite side for Preston)
The major train station for arrivals in Leeds is Bramley (West Yorks). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bramley (West Yorks) for your journey to Leeds from Blackburn.
Bramley (West Yorks)
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Bramley (West Yorks)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses stop on Stanningley Road, east of Station Mount Road. Stop 450 10893 to New Pudsey, and 450 12320 to Leeds.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
Burley Park
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Burley Park
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
Headingley
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Headingley
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
Accessibility
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
WC
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Public transit options for Leeds
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
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