4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Blackburn
Cheapest price on Oct 21
€2
Average ticket price on Oct 21
€9
Fastest journey on Oct 21
29 m
Average journey duration on Oct 21
41 m
Trains on Oct 21
6
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 €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
On Wed, Oct 21, we found 6 trains from Bolton to Blackburn, including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 21 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Wed, Oct 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.
P240276:04 AM0h30Bolton station (BON)6:34 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€21One-way0 transfers- G853266:34 AM0h29Bolton station (BON)7:03 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€31One-way0 transfers
- G903627:35 AM0h29Bolton station (BON)8:04 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€41One-way0 transfers
- G89040 · G889566:08 AM0h52Bolton station (BON)7:00 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€161One-way1 transfer
- G89545 · G889606:53 AM1h07Bolton station (BON)8:00 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€161One-way1 transfer
- G903627:35 AM0h29Bolton station (BON)8:04 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€41One-way0 transfers
- G853266:34 AM0h29Bolton station (BON)7:03 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€31One-way0 transfers
- P240276:04 AM0h30Bolton station (BON)6:34 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€21One-way0 transfers
- G89040 · G889566:08 AM0h52Bolton station (BON)7:00 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€161One-way1 transfer
- G89545 · G889606:53 AM1h07Bolton station (BON)8:00 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€161One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Blackburn
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Trains from Bolton to Blackburn run on average 7 times per day, taking around 34m. 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 00:07, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 28m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Bolton to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Blackburn trains for today, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P24027 | 6:04 AM Bolton station (BON) | 0h30 | 6:34 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89040 · G88956 | 6:08 AM Bolton station (BON) | 0h52 | 7:00 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 transfer | |
| G85326 | 6:34 AM Bolton station (BON) | 0h29 | 7:03 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P23920+ W85164 | 6:38 AM Bolton station (BON) | 1h12 | 7:50 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 transfer | |
| G89545 · G88960 | On time 6:53 AM Bolton station (BON) | 1h07 | 8:00 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 transfer | |
| G90362 | 7:35 AM Bolton station (BON) | 0h29 | 8:04 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24038 | 8:04 AM Bolton station (BON) | 0h30 | 8:34 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89042 · G88963 | On time 8:08 AM Bolton station (BON) | 0h52 | 9:00 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 transfer | |
| G90364 | 8:35 AM Bolton station (BON) | 0h29 | 9:04 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24044 | 9:04 AM Bolton station (BON) | 0h30 | 9:34 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89062 · G88967 | On time 9:08 AM Bolton station (BON) | 0h52 | 10:00 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 transfer | |
| G85301 | 9:35 AM Bolton station (BON) | 0h29 | 10:04 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24048 | 10:04 AM Bolton station (BON) | 0h29 | 10:33 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89045 · G88971 | On time 10:08 AM Bolton station (BON) | 0h52 | 11:00 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 transfer | |
| G85303 | 10:35 AM Bolton station (BON) | 0h29 | 11:04 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24052 | 11:04 AM Bolton station (BON) | 0h30 | 11:34 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24029 | 4:04 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0h30 | 4:34 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89053 · G89003 | 4:08 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0h52 | 5:00 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 transfer | |
| G85325 | 4:35 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0h29 | 5:04 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24036 | 5:04 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0h30 | 5:34 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89055 · G89007 | 5:08 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0h56 | 6:04 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 transfer | |
| G90363 | 5:35 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0h32 | 6:07 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24040 | 6:05 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0h30 | 6:35 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89069 · C31716 | 6:10 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0h50 | 7:00 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 transfer | |
| G90365 | 6:36 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0h29 | 7:05 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24046 | 7:04 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0h30 | 7:34 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89057 · G89018 | 7:09 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0h51 | 8:00 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 transfer | |
| G85302 | 7:35 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0h29 | 8:04 PM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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. 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 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.
Most popular trains to and from Blackburn and Bolton
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