How to travel from Blackburn to Leeds

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Compare train and bus for Blackburn to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, while a bus costs an average of $22.

Distance: 38 miles (62 km)

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Driving

$13

Average price

Cheapest

$22

Average price

$18

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 6m

Average total duration

2h 36m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 19m

Average total duration

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

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CO2 emissions

Northern Rail

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Blackburn to Leeds is a train with an average price of $13 (€10).

This is compared to other travel options from Blackburn to Leeds:

A train is $9 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Blackburn to Leeds costing on average $22 (€18).

The fastest way to travel from Blackburn to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 1h 53m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Blackburn and Leeds including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Blackburn to Leeds among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $13 (€10) compared to roughly $18 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€4). The journey takes 1h 23m versus 1h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Blackburn to Leeds

How to get from Blackburn to Leeds by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Blackburn to Leeds is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Northern RailG88956
    7:04 AM1h23
    Blackburn station (BBN)
    8:27 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    $31One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Northern RailG88956
    7:04 AM1h23
    Blackburn station (BBN)
    8:27 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    $31One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Northern RailG88956
    7:04 AM1h23
    Blackburn station (BBN)
    8:27 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    $31One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Northern RailG88953
    6:04 AM1h25
    Blackburn station (BBN)
    7:29 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    $31One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailL89695 · L89242
    7:18 AM1h45
    Blackburn station (BBN)
    9:03 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    $91One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG88960
    8:04 AM1h23
    Blackburn station (BBN)
    9:27 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX540 · NX170
    11:25 AM5h15
    Blackburn, Penny Street
    4:40 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    $191One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX540 · NX170
    8:00 AM5h15
    Blackburn, Penny Street
    1:15 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    $231One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressRL152 · NX424 · NX170
    9:17 PM7h58
    Blackburn, Penny Street
    5:15 AMLeeds, Coach Station
    $281One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Blackburn to Leeds

Travel to Leeds 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 Blackburn to Leeds.

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There are 2 options to travel between Blackburn and Leeds including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Blackburn to Leeds is a train with an average price of $13 (€10).

This is compared to other travel options from Blackburn to Leeds:

A train is $9 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Blackburn to Leeds costing on average $22 (€18).

The fastest way to travel from Blackburn to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 1h 53m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 6m.

The distance from Blackburn to Leeds is approximately 38 miles (62 km).
The average frequency per day from Blackburn to Leeds is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Blackburn and Leeds as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Blackburn to Leeds:
  • Trains mostly depart from Blackburn station (BBN) and arrive in Leeds station (LDS).
  • Buses mostly depart from Blackburn, Penny Street and arrive in Leeds, Coach Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Blackburn to Leeds, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Leeds by bus.
  • Travel with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited to go to Leeds by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Blackburn to Leeds:
  • 4 direct trains per day with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Omio customers who travel from Blackburn to Leeds often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, York. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leeds and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Leeds to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Leeds, you can explore the Leeds City Museum with its interactive exhibits on natural history, archaeology, and local history, or visit Temple Newsam, a Tudor-Jacobean mansion featuring beautiful gardens and a working farm. The Thackray Medical Museum offers engaging exhibits on the history of medicine. For performances, The Grand Theatre showcases opera, ballet, and musicals. Shopping enthusiasts will enjoy the Victoria Quarter for its stunning architecture and luxury boutiques. Notable sights include the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds Art Gallery, Roundhay Park, Kirkstall Abbey, and Harewood House.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Leeds allows you to explore its key attractions, such as the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds Art Gallery, and the lively shopping and dining scene at Leeds City Centre.

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