How to travel from Liverpool to Blackburn

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Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Blackburn

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of kr101 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of kr101, while a bus costs an average of kr121.

Distance: 31 miles (50 km)

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

The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Blackburn is a train with an average price of kr101.

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

A train is kr20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liverpool to Blackburn costing on average kr121.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Blackburn is by train with an average journey time of 1h 47m.

Other travel options to Blackburn take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool and Blackburn including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Liverpool to Blackburn among Omio's users.

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from Liverpool to Blackburn

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • National ExpressNX540 · NX540
    4:40 PM3h00
    Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    7:40 PMBlackburn, Penny Street
    kr1091One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX540 · NX540
    4:40 PM3h00
    Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    7:40 PMBlackburn, Penny Street
    kr1091One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Northern RailG89653 · G88989
    12:15 PM1h43
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    1:58 PMBlackburn station (BBN)
    kr1961One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Transpennine ExpressW84688+Northern RailP24085+Avanti West CoastW33089
    12:20 PM2h06
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    2:26 PMBlackburn station (BBN)
    kr1961One-way
    2 transfers
  • National ExpressNX170 · NX540
    7:42 PM3h03
    Liverpool, Botanic Park
    10:45 PMBlackburn, Penny Street
    kr1091One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX170 · NX540
    7:38 PM3h07
    Liverpool, University
    10:45 PMBlackburn, Penny Street
    kr1091One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX170 · NX540
    7:30 PM3h15
    Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    10:45 PMBlackburn, Penny Street
    kr1091One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Liverpool to Blackburn

Travel 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 Liverpool to Blackburn.

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There are 2 options to travel between Liverpool and Blackburn including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Blackburn is a train with an average price of kr101.

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

A train is kr20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liverpool to Blackburn costing on average kr121.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Blackburn is by train with an average journey time of 1h 47m.

Other travel options to Blackburn take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 1m.

The distance from Liverpool to Blackburn is approximately 31 miles (50 km).
The average frequency per day from Liverpool to Blackburn is:
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Liverpool and Blackburn 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 Liverpool to Blackburn:
  • Trains mostly depart from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and arrive in Blackburn station (BBN).
  • Buses mostly depart from Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place and arrive in Blackburn, Penny Street.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liverpool to Blackburn, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Mersey Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited to go to Blackburn by train.
  • Travel with National Express, Arriva UK to go to Blackburn by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Liverpool to Blackburn often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Preston, Bolton, Stockport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Blackburn and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Blackburn to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Blackburn allows you to explore its historical sites such as Blackburn Cathedral and the Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery, as well as enjoy its local parks and vibrant markets.

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