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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Blackburn
Cheapest price on Oct 06
€5
Average ticket price on Oct 06
€12
Fastest journey on Oct 06
49 m
Average journey duration on Oct 06
49 m
Trains on Oct 06
19
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Blackburn will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Tue, Oct 06, we found 19 trains from Manchester to Blackburn, including 17 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 06 the direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Tue, Oct 06 the slowest trains will take 49 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.
P241086:04 AM1h07Manchester Victoria (MCV)7:11 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€51One-way0 transfers- G853266:14 AM0h49Manchester Victoria (MCV)7:03 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€61One-way0 transfers
- G903627:15 AM0h49Manchester Victoria (MCV)8:04 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€61One-way0 transfers
- P240489:43 AM0h50Manchester Victoria (MCV)10:33 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€61One-way0 transfers
- G853019:15 AM0h49Manchester Victoria (MCV)10:04 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€61One-way0 transfers
- G853266:14 AM0h49Manchester Victoria (MCV)7:03 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€61One-way0 transfers
- G903627:15 AM0h49Manchester Victoria (MCV)8:04 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€61One-way0 transfers
- G903648:15 AM0h49Manchester Victoria (MCV)9:04 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€171One-way0 transfers
- P240448:45 AM0h49Manchester Victoria (MCV)9:34 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€81One-way0 transfers
- G853019:15 AM0h49Manchester Victoria (MCV)10:04 AMBlackburn station (BBN)€61One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Blackburn run on average 8 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:43, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 41m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 3:43 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Live departures
Manchester to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Blackburn trains for today, Monday, October 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:03 PM Manchester | 1h08 | 5:11 PM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:05 PM Manchester | 1h05 | 8:10 PM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:03 PM Manchester | 1h09 | 12:12 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, October 6 | |||||
| P24108 | 6:04 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h07 | 7:11 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G85326 | 6:14 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h49 | 7:03 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24114 | 7:03 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h07 | 8:10 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G90362 | 7:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h49 | 8:04 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24038 | 7:43 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h51 | 8:34 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24118 | 8:04 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h07 | 9:11 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G90364 | 8:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h49 | 9:04 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24044 | 8:45 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h49 | 9:34 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24122 | 9:03 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h05 | 10:08 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G85301 | 9:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h49 | 10:04 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24048 | 9:43 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h50 | 10:33 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89045 · G88971 | 9:56 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1h04 | 11:00 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 transfer | |
| P24126 | 10:03 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h05 | 11:08 AM Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Blackburn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Blackburn
Most Manchester to Blackburn trains use the Manchester Victoria to Blackburn station pair, with some services arriving at Cherry Tree. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Blackburn leave from?
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, 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 Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, 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 Manchester 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.
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