Darwen to Blackburn train with Northern Rail (3)

Thu, Nov 13
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Northern Rail (3)
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Darwen to Blackburn

Showing times and prices for Nov 13

Cheapest price

€5

Average price

€5

Fastest journey

8 m

Average duration

8 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

6 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darwen to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Darwen to Blackburn will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Darwen for Blackburn on Thu, Nov 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 13 the direct trains cover the 6 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .

On Thu, Nov 13 the slowest trains will take 8 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.

Northern Rail (3)
09:25AM0h08
Darwen
09:33AMBlackburn
51One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Darwen to Blackburn

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darwen 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 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €4.

Distance: 6 km

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€4

Average price

Cheapest

€4

Average price

38m

Average total duration

Fastest

8m

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30m

Additional time*

45m

Average total duration

15m

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30m

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Live departures

Darwen to Blackburn train times

The table below shows live departures for Darwen to Blackburn trains for today, Wednesday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:33 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_rail6:26 PM Darwen
0h08
6:34 PM Blackburn0 transfersDirect
Thursday, November 13
northern_rail9:25 AM Darwen
0h08
9:33 AM Blackburn0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Darwen to Blackburn

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Trains from Darwen to Blackburn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 6 km distance in 7m.

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
6 km
Average train duration
8m
Cheapest ticket price
€2
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
7m
First train
05:44
Last train
23:56
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 Darwen to Blackburn trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Darwen 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
7m
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

FAQs: Trains from Darwen to Blackburn

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darwen 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Darwen to Blackburn can start from as little as €2 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Darwen to Blackburn is €4; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Darwen to Blackburn train time is 7 min   covering the 5 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Darwen to Blackburn leaves at 05: 44. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Darwen to Blackburn leaves at 23: 58.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Darwen to Blackburn without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3). There are 6 direct trains from Darwen to Blackburn each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Darwen to Blackburn train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Northern Rail (3). However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Darwen to Blackburn to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 58.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Darwen, which is located around 0.1 miles (67 m) 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 Darwen is worth doing with a journey time of 7 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Darwen to Blackburn is January.
Yes, you can take a train to Blackburn from Darwen.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Darwen to Blackburn

Darwen
Blackburn
The major train station for departures in Darwen is Darwen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Darwen for your trip from Darwen to Blackburn.
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Amenities at train station
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DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
  • 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
  • Closed Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available with limited spaces, open 24/7.
Dining
Dining
  • Bryan St Chippy
  • The Old Chapel Cafe
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • Free of charge
Hotel
Hotel
  • Astley Bank Hotel
  • Whitehall Hotel
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Public transit options for Darwen
  • Bus: Several local bus services available

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