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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Blackburn
Showing times and prices for Nov 17
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€3
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
19 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Blackburn will cost around €3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Bolton for Blackburn on Mon, Nov 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest trains will take 30 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.
07:04AM0h30
Bolton07:34AMBlackburn
€21One-way
0 transfers
04:04PM0h30
Bolton04:34PMBlackburn
€31One-way
0 transfers
05:04AM0h30
Bolton05:34AMBlackburn
€31One-way
0 transfers
11:04AM0h30
Bolton11:34AMBlackburn
€31One-way
0 transfers
08:04AM0h30
Bolton08:34AMBlackburn
€31One-way
0 transfers
07:04AM0h30
Bolton07:34AMBlackburn
€21One-way
0 transfers
04:04PM0h30
Bolton04:34PMBlackburn
€31One-way
0 transfers
10:33PM0h30
Bolton11:03PMBlackburn
€41One-way
0 transfers
01:04PM0h30
Bolton01:34PMBlackburn
€41One-way
0 transfers
11:04AM0h30
Bolton11:34AMBlackburn
€31One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bolton to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €10.
Distance: 19 km
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€4 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bolton to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Blackburn trains for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 4:33 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y02167 · NT049500 | On time 12:19 PM Bolton station (BON) | 1h54 | 2:13 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 transfer | |
| Y02125 · NT049300 | On time 1:22 PM Bolton station (BON) | 1h51 | 3:13 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 transfer | |
| NT012100 | 1:30 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0h50 | 2:20 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y05624 · NT049100 | On time 2:08 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h05 | 4:13 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bolton to Blackburn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 29m.
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 19 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 23:41 |
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), first_transpennine_express from Bolton to Blackburn trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Bolton and Blackburn from €2. 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
27m
Cheapest Price
€2
Northern Rail (3) frequency
6 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
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
€30
first_transpennine_express frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Trains from Bolton to Blackburn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Blackburn 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 Blackburn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Bolton to Blackburn can start from as little as €3 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bolton to Blackburn is €5; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Bolton to Blackburn is 27 min to travel the 18 km long route, with around there are 25 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Bolton to Blackburn leaves at 05: 04. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Bolton to Blackburn leaves at 23: 34.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Bolton to Blackburn without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3). There are 12 direct trains from Bolton to Blackburn each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a train from Bolton to Blackburn, you can count on Northern Rail (3) for the best way to get you to Blackburn. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bolton and Blackburn and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 34.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Bolton, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Blackburn, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
A day trip to Blackburn from Bolton is worth doing with a journey time of 27 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bolton to Blackburn is April.
You have options as you can travel to Blackburn from Bolton 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bolton to Blackburn
Bolton
Blackburn
The major train station for departures in Bolton is Bolton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bolton for your trip from Bolton to Blackburn.
Bolton
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Station Supervisor and at the News Stand upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Bolton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Bromley Cross
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:50 - 13:20 Saturday 07:50 - 14:20 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, To Manchester : Level access from the car park over level crossing and up ramp onto platform. To Blackburn : Level access from the car park, through a 4ft wide gate, up a short ramp (1:9 slope) onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Bromley Cross
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop opposite the Railway Pub.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Hall I' Th' Wood
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Platforms are both accessed via a long set of step from street level, there is no step free route to the platforms.
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Hall I' Th' Wood
- Onward travel information: On Crompton Way for buses to Bolton or Halliwell. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Crompton Way, under railway bridge (Nearside for Blackburn, Farside for Bolton)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Lostock
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:25 - 19:35 Saturday,Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Level access from car park (22 paces, 1:12 slope) and Booking office to Bolton/Manchester platform. For services to Preston, separate ramped access (96 paces, 1:10 slope) from Rumworth Road overbridge onto the platform.
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Lostock
- Onward travel information: There are no bus stops at or nearby this station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up at the top of the station car park.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
The major train station for arrivals in Blackburn is Blackburn. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackburn for your journey to Blackburn from Bolton.
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)
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