Leicester to Blackburn train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Blackburn

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
CHF 88
Average ticket price on Nov 04
CHF 133
Fastest journey on Nov 04
3 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
3 h 39 m
Trains on Nov 04
6
Distance
153 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leicester to Blackburn will cost around CHF 133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF 88.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Leicester to Blackburn without transferring at least 2 times.

  • CrossCountryG66935+Avanti West CoastW34144+Northern RailP23934
    2 transfers
  • CrossCountryG00952+Avanti West CoastC01369+Northern RailP23940
    2 transfers
  • CrossCountryG66932+Avanti West CoastW34065+Northern RailG89062 · G88967
    3 transfers
  • CrossCountryG66937+Avanti West CoastW34021+Northern RailG89569 · P24048
    3 transfers
  • Northern RailG89448 · G88961+East Midlands RailwayC21774
    2 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Blackburn

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Trains from Leicester to Blackburn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF 21 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 2h 0m.

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.
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Journey facts

  • Distance95 miles (153 km)
  • Average train duration2h 47m
  • Cheapest ticket priceCHF 21
  • Trains per day6
  • Fastest train2h 0m
  • First train5:42 AM
  • Last train11:37 PM
  • Cheapest MonthJun
  • Cheapest DaySun
  • High SeasonJul - Sep
  • Low SeasonOct - Dec
  • Busiest DayWed
  • Least Busy DaySun
  • Best time to book1 day

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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.
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Frequently asked questions about your Leicester to Blackburn trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Leicester to Blackburn.

Train ticket prices from Leicester to Blackburn can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at CHF 21, while the average price is around CHF 76.
The train from Leicester to Blackburn takes 2h 0m and runs 6 per day.
The first train from Leicester to Blackburn leaves at 5:42 AM.
The distance by train from Leicester to Blackburn is 95 miles (153 km).
The last train from Leicester to Blackburn leaves at 11:37 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Blackburn.

Live departures

Leicester to Blackburn train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Blackburn trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern Rail10:37 AM Leicester
3h43
2:20 PM Blackburn0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, November 4
CrossCountryG66932+Avanti West CoastW34065+Northern RailG88967 · G890626:17 AM Leicester station (LEI)
3h43
10:00 AM Blackburn station (BBN)3 transfers
Northern RailG89448 · G88961+East Midlands RailwayC217746:37 AM Leicester station (LEI)
3h43
10:20 AM Blackburn station (BBN)2 transfers
CrossCountryG66935+Avanti West CoastW34144+Northern RailP239346:48 AM Leicester station (LEI)
4h02
10:50 AM Blackburn station (BBN)2 transfers
CrossCountryG66937+Avanti West CoastW34021+Northern RailG89569 · P240487:22 AM Leicester station (LEI)
3h11
10:33 AM Blackburn station (BBN)3 transfers
Northern RailG89452 · G88965+East Midlands RailwayC217677:43 AM Leicester station (LEI)
3h37
11:20 AM Blackburn station (BBN)2 transfers
CrossCountryG00952+Avanti West CoastC01369+Northern RailP239407:50 AM Leicester station (LEI)
4h00
11:50 AM Blackburn station (BBN)2 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Northern Rail as well as Avanti West Coast, Lumo, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express and more offer trains services from Leicester to Blackburn.
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Train companies

Train companies from Leicester to Blackburn

Trains from Leicester to Blackburn with Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, and Lumo. High-speed trains available on this route with Avanti West Coast, Lumo, and East Midlands Railway. Regional trains available on this route with Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, and West Midlands Trains. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.

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 Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
CHF 48
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 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

Northern Rail

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 Northern Rail Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
CHF 21
Northern Rail frequency
2 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

Lumo

About
Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Lumo Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Lumo Price
CHF 77
Lumo frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of hold luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class includes complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included with all tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs on leads allowed with fee
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
CHF 44
East Midlands Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
2h 43m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
CHF 41
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
CHF 81
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Leicester and Blackburn

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train from Leicester to Blackburn.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Leicester to Blackburn.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.

Complete guide to Blackburn

Things to do in Blackburn

Discover the best of Blackburn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Blackburn trip today.

  • Recommended

Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery

Blackburn’s main museum with art, Egyptology, natural history and local collections. A strong introduction to the town’s culture.

  • Recommended

Samlesbury Hall

Historic hall with furnished rooms and displays on Lancashire life. It combines heritage interiors with changing cultural events.

Blackburn Heritage Centre

Volunteer-run heritage centre focused on Blackburn’s textile and industrial story. A useful local stop for niche town history.

British pound sterling (£)

Blackburn is cheaper than major UK cities. Hotels, dining, and local transport are usually lower, making it a good value stop for budget-conscious visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£6-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£40+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.50-4 for coffee.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite if service is good and not already added. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tips.

Plan your visit to Blackburn

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Blackburn.

The train journey from Leicester to Blackburn offers a mix of urban and rural views, including picturesque countryside and glimpses of the Peak District, making parts of it scenic.
Popular day trips by train from Blackburn include Bolton, Manchester, Preston, Accrington, Leeds.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Blackburn, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing and petty theft, especially in crowded areas and on public transport. It's advisable to avoid unlicensed taxi services to prevent overcharging. Staying aware of surroundings and securing personal belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Blackburn

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.

FAQs
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Blackburn.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leicester to Blackburn

Most Leicester to Blackburn trains use the Leicester to Blackburn station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leicester
Arrival train stations in Blackburn

Which Leicester station do trains to Blackburn leave from?

Trains from Leicester to Blackburn leave from Leicester. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Leicester city centre at Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB.
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre

BusX7 · 4m · CHF 2 · every ~3 min
16 · 7m · every ~6 min
Hop · 11m · CHF 2 · every ~14 min

Leicester train station facilities and services

Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Leicester.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Train stations for Leicester to Blackburn

Check train stations information for Leicester and Blackburn, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Leicester that goes to Blackburn is Leicester, which connects to Blackburn.

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