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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wigan to Blackburn
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
25 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wigan to Blackburn will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Wigan to Blackburn without transferring at least once.
06:21AM1h51
Wigan08:12AMBlackburn
€71One-way
0 transfers
06:07AM0h56
Wigan07:03AMBlackburn
€121One-way
1 transfer
07:07AM0h57
Wigan08:04AMBlackburn
€121One-way
1 transfer
07:39AM0h54
Wigan08:33AMBlackburn
€121One-way
1 transfer
08:07AM0h57
Wigan09:04AMBlackburn
€121One-way
1 transfer
06:28AM0h32
Wigan07:00AMBlackburn
€601One-way
1 transfer
09:26AM0h33
Wigan09:59AMBlackburn
€601One-way
1 transfer
12:27PM0h33
Wigan01:00PMBlackburn
€601One-way
1 transfer
01:26PM0h33
Wigan01:59PMBlackburn
€601One-way
1 transfer
02:26PM0h33
Wigan02:59PMBlackburn
€601One-way
1 transfer
Live departures
Wigan to Blackburn train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 1:27 AM
Last updated at 1:27 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:48 AM Wigan | 1h15 | 6:03 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:05 AM Wigan | 0h58 | 6:03 AM Blackburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wigan to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Wigan to Blackburn run on average 5 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 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 25 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 05:42 |
Last train 23:07 |
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), first_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast from Wigan to Blackburn trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Wigan and Blackburn from €10. 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
57m
Cheapest Price
€7
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 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
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
€60
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
59m
Cheapest Price
€29
first_transpennine_express frequency
3 a day
FAQs: Trains from Wigan to Blackburn
FAQs: Travel by train from Wigan 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 Wigan to Blackburn.
Cheap train tickets from Wigan to Blackburn can start from as little as €11 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Wigan to Blackburn is €20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Wigan to Blackburn is 50 min to travel the 24 km long trip, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Wigan to Blackburn leaves at 05: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Wigan to Blackburn leaves at 23: 07.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Wigan to Blackburn without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3). There are 2 direct trains from Wigan to Blackburn each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a train from Wigan to Blackburn, you can count on Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast or first_transpennine_express for the best way to get you to Blackburn. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Wigan to Blackburn and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 07.
A day trip to Blackburn from Wigan is worth doing with a journey time of 50 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Wigan to Blackburn by train is December.
You have options as you can travel between Wigan and Blackburn 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wigan to Blackburn
Wigan
Blackburn
The major train station for departures in Wigan is Wigan North Western. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wigan North Western for your trip from Wigan to Blackburn.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:45 Saturday 05:15 - 18:45 Sunday 08:40 - 18:45
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilet is located in the subway; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Behind the ticket office to the rear of the drop off area and Taxi rank
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Wigan North Western
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Rail replacement bus pick up point can be found on the station car park.
Wigan Wallgate
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access into the ticket hall, down 30 steps onto the platform, or via a lift on the left inside the ticket hall. Please note Lifts are available 0515-2230 Monday to Saturday, and 0700-2130 Sunday. If you wish to travel to or from this station after these times, please call 0800 138 5560 for advice.
- 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: 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 Wigan Wallgate
- Onward travel information: Adjacent to Wigan North Western rail station for buses to St Helen?s, Southport, Ormskirk and Warrington. Maximum distance 200 yards/183m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up/Drop off outside the station
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Bryn
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, To Liverpool : Down a stepped ramp (40 paces, 1:10 slope) to the left of the bridge onto the platform. To Wigan : Down a ramp (44 paces, 1:10 slope) to the right of the bridge onto the platform.
- 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 Bryn
- Onward travel information: On both sides of Wigan Road for buses to Wigan, St Helens, Atherton or Leigh. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Wigan Road at the bus stops on the bridge above the station.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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 Wigan.
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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