4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Blackburn
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€2
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€3
Fastest journey on Sep 05
29 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
30 m
Trains on Sep 05
5
Distance
19 km
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.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 5 trains from Bolton to Blackburn, including 5 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 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 29 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 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.
8:04 AM0h30Bolton8:34 AMBlackburn€21One-way0 transfers- 7:04 AM0h30Bolton7:34 AMBlackburn€31One-way0 transfers
- 6:04 AM0h30Bolton6:34 AMBlackburn€31One-way0 transfers
- 10:04 AM0h29Bolton10:33 AMBlackburn€31One-way0 transfers
- 3:04 PM0h30Bolton3:34 PMBlackburn€41One-way0 transfers
- 10:04 AM0h29Bolton10:33 AMBlackburn€31One-way0 transfers
- 6:04 AM0h30Bolton6:34 AMBlackburn€31One-way0 transfers
- 8:04 AM0h30Bolton8:34 AMBlackburn€21One-way0 transfers
- 3:04 PM0h30Bolton3:34 PMBlackburn€41One-way0 transfers
- 7:04 AM0h30Bolton7:34 AMBlackburn€31One-way0 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 an average ticket price of €4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, while a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 19 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€4 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bolton to Blackburn:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bolton to Blackburn costing on average €6.
Other travel options to Blackburn take longer:
Bus takes on average 50m.
Live departures
Bolton to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Blackburn trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 6:04 AM Bolton | 0h30 | 6:34 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:04 AM Bolton | 0h30 | 7:34 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:04 AM Bolton | 0h30 | 8:34 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:04 AM Bolton | 0h29 | 10:33 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:04 PM Bolton | 0h30 | 3:34 PM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Blackburn
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Trains from Bolton to Blackburn run on average 8 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 29m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton to Blackburn trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton and Blackburn from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bolton to Blackburn
Most Bolton to Blackburn trains use the Bolton to Blackburn station pair, with some services arriving at Cherry Tree. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bolton station do trains to Blackburn leave from?
Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolton train station facilities and services
Bolton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bolton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolton: 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.
Getting to Hall I' Th' Wood from Bolton city centre
Hall I' Th' Wood is 2 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hall I' Th' Wood train station facilities and services
Hall I' Th' Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hall I' Th' Wood: 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.
Getting to Bromley Cross from Bolton city centre
Bromley Cross is 3 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bromley Cross train station facilities and services
Bromley Cross has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bromley Cross.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bromley Cross: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bromley Cross: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bromley Cross: 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.
Which Blackburn station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Getting to Blackburn from Blackburn city centre
Blackburn train station facilities and services
Blackburn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackburn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackburn.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackburn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackburn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackburn: 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.
Getting to Cherry Tree from Blackburn city centre
Cherry Tree is 2 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
Cherry Tree train station facilities and services
Cherry Tree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cherry Tree: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cherry Tree: 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.
Getting to Mill Hill (Lancs) from Blackburn city centre
Mill Hill (Lancs) is 1 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
Mill Hill (Lancs) train station facilities and services
Mill Hill (Lancs) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mill Hill (Lancs): Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mill Hill (Lancs): 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.
Most popular trains to and from Blackburn and Bolton
Most popular train connections to Blackburn
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