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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Accrington to Blackburn
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Accrington to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Accrington to Blackburn will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 trains that leave Accrington for Blackburn every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
17:050h14Accrington17:19Blackburn£51One-way0 changes
- 17:050h14Accrington17:19Blackburn£51One-way0 changes
Live departures
Accrington to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Accrington to Blackburn trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G88952 | Delayed 6:13 7:12Accrington station (ACR) | 0h08 | 7:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C32792 | On time 7:23 Accrington station (ACR) | 0h12 | 7:35 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24114 | On time 8:01 Accrington station (ACR) | 0h10 | 8:11 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88955 | On time 8:12 Accrington station (ACR) | 0h08 | 8:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C32796 | On time 8:23 Accrington station (ACR) | 0h12 | 8:35 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24118 | On time 9:04 Accrington station (ACR) | 0h09 | 9:13 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88958 | On time 9:12 Accrington station (ACR) | 0h08 | 9:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C32800 | On time 9:23 Accrington station (ACR) | 0h12 | 9:35 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24122 | On time 10:02 Accrington station (ACR) | 0h10 | 10:12 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Accrington to Blackburn
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Trains from Accrington to Blackburn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 8m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 8m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:24 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Accrington to Blackburn trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Accrington and Blackburn from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Accrington to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Accrington 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Accrington and Blackburn
Most Accrington to Blackburn trains use the Accrington to Blackburn station pair, with some services arriving at Mill Hill (Lancs). Use this guide to compare Accrington and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Accrington station do trains to Blackburn leave from?
Getting to Accrington from Accrington city centre
Accrington train station facilities and services
Accrington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Accrington.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Accrington.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Accrington: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Accrington: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Accrington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Platform 1: Scooter Friendly Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - step free access from Paxton Street, up steep 50m ramp with handrail or past the car park and a shallower ramp. Platform 2: step free access up gently sloping footpath from Eagle Street. Ticket office is on Leeds/Colne Platform (1), with stepped footbridge between platforms comprising of 25 steps up and 24 steps down with rest platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations Tel: 08002006060, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machine is on Platform 2 near the foot bridge, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Blackburn station do trains from Accrington arrive at?
Getting to Blackburn from Blackburn city centre
Blackburn train station facilities and services
Blackburn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackburn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackburn.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackburn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackburn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackburn: 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.
Getting to Mill Hill (Lancs) from Blackburn city centre
Mill Hill (Lancs) is 1 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
Mill Hill (Lancs) train station facilities and services
Mill Hill (Lancs) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mill Hill (Lancs): Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mill Hill (Lancs): 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.
Getting to Cherry Tree from Blackburn city centre
Cherry Tree is 2 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
Cherry Tree train station facilities and services
Cherry Tree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cherry Tree: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cherry Tree: 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.
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