4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Blackburn
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
15 km
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 €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Of the 4 trains that leave Preston for Blackburn on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 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.
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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€3 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Preston to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Blackburn trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:23 AM Preston | 0h27 | 7:50 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:24 PM Preston | 0h26 | 1:50 PM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:24 PM Preston | 0h26 | 6:50 PM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:24 PM Preston | 0h26 | 7:50 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.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 16m.
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 |
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)
FAQs: Trains from Preston to Blackburn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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.
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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Preston to Blackburn
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 06:40 - 18:00 Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Office- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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)
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Office- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
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