Edinburgh to Blackburn train with Avanti West Coast

Sat, Jan 25
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Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Blackburn

Showing times and prices for Jan 25

Cheapest

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

Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
11:52AM2h58
Edinburgh
02:50PMBlackburn
$341One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
07:30AM4h49
Edinburgh
12:19PMBlackburn
$581One-way
0 transfers

Edinburgh to Blackburn train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, January 25
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast11:52AM Edinburgh2h58 02:50PM Blackburn0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway07:30AM Edinburgh4h49 12:19PM Blackburn0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Edinburgh to Blackburn

Showing times and prices for Jan 25

Fastest Journey

2 h 58 m

Average

3 h 54 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

249 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh for Blackburn every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
11:52AM2h58
Edinburgh
02:50PMBlackburn
$341One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
07:30AM4h49
Edinburgh
12:19PMBlackburn
$581One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Blackburn

Trains from Edinburgh to Blackburn run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€20) but you can travel from only $17 (€15) by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $17 (€15)
Distance
154 miles (249 km)
Average train duration
3h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
$22 (€20)
Trains per day
5
Train providers
3
Fastest train
2h 58m
First train
05:19
Last train
20:28
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $17 (€15)

Train providers: Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and East Coast from Edinburgh to Blackburn trains

Find the best trains from Edinburgh to Blackburn with Omio's travel partners Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and East Coast from $26 (€24). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

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.

Train information from Edinburgh to Blackburn with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 58 min
  • Cheapest Price: $26
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Blackburn

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Blackburn.
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Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Blackburn can start from as little as $23 (€20) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to Blackburn is $63 (€57); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Edinburgh and Blackburn is on average 2 h 58 min   for the 154 mile (249 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Blackburn from Edinburgh by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Edinburgh to Blackburn leaves at 5: 45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Edinburgh to Blackburn leaves at 8: 28 PM.
There are 6 trains a day from Edinburgh to Blackburn which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, LNER or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Edinburgh to Blackburn, you can count on Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, LNER 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 between Edinburgh and 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 8: 28 PM.
A trip to Blackburn from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 58 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Edinburgh to Blackburn by train is September.
You have options as you can travel to Blackburn from Edinburgh 2 different ways: train or bus.

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