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The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Blackburn
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€3
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
15 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston 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 Preston for Blackburn on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 27 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.
12:44PM0h16
Preston01:00PMBlackburn
€21One-way
0 transfers
08:24AM0h26
Preston08:50AMBlackburn
€31One-way
0 transfers
04:21AM0h27
Preston04:48AMBlackburn
€31One-way
0 transfers
06:24PM0h26
Preston06:50PMBlackburn
€41One-way
0 transfers
04:23PM0h27
Preston04:50PMBlackburn
€41One-way
0 transfers
12:44PM0h16
Preston01:00PMBlackburn
€21One-way
0 transfers
04:44AM0h17
Preston05:01AMBlackburn
€71One-way
0 transfers
06:24PM0h26
Preston06:50PMBlackburn
€41One-way
0 transfers
08:24AM0h26
Preston08:50AMBlackburn
€31One-way
0 transfers
04:21AM0h27
Preston04:48AMBlackburn
€31One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Preston to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston 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 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 15 km
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51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Preston to Blackburn train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 3:08 AM
Last updated at 3:08 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:24 AM Preston | 0h26 | 5:50 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:24 AM Preston | 0h26 | 8:50 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:24 PM Preston | 0h26 | 5:50 PM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:24 PM Preston | 0h26 | 6:50 PM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:51 PM Preston | 0h32 | 10:23 PM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to Blackburn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
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 15 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 00:28 |
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) from Preston to Blackburn trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Preston 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
16m
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 Preston to Blackburn
FAQs: Travel by train from Preston to Blackburn easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Preston to Blackburn.
Cheap train tickets from Preston to Blackburn can start from as little as €3 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Preston 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 Preston to Blackburn train travel time is 16 min for the 15 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Preston to Blackburn leaves at 05: 21. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Preston to Blackburn leaves at 22: 51.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Preston to Blackburn without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3). There are 13 direct trains from Preston to Blackburn each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a train from Preston 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 providers who offer a service to Blackburn from Preston and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 51.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Preston, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 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 Preston is worth doing with a journey time of 16 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Preston to Blackburn by train is March.
You have options as you can travel from Preston to Blackburn 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Preston to Blackburn
Preston
Blackburn
The major train station for departures in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your trip from Preston to Blackburn.
Preston
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
Dining
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
Public transit options for Preston
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
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 Preston.
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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