4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Blackburn
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Blackburn will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
To travel from Birmingham to Blackburn you need to make at least one change.
W33375+
G8900414:072h51Birmingham New Street (BHM)16:58Blackburn station (BBN)£591One-way1 change- W33373+G8899412:072h51Birmingham New Street (BHM)14:58Blackburn station (BBN)£591One-way1 change
- W33378+C3171513:072h51Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:58Blackburn station (BBN)£591One-way1 change
- W33376+G8900815:072h51Birmingham New Street (BHM)17:58Blackburn station (BBN)£591One-way1 change
- W33375+G8900414:072h51Birmingham New Street (BHM)16:58Blackburn station (BBN)£591One-way1 change
- W33373+G8899412:072h51Birmingham New Street (BHM)14:58Blackburn station (BBN)£591One-way1 change
- W33378+C3171513:072h51Birmingham New Street (BHM)15:58Blackburn station (BBN)£591One-way1 change
- W33376+G8900815:072h51Birmingham New Street (BHM)17:58Blackburn station (BBN)£591One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 146 km
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Live departures
Birmingham to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33563+P23934 | On time 8:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h43 | 10:50 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
 G66717+G89577 · P24052 | On time 8:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h04 | 11:34 Blackburn station (BBN) | 2 changes | |
| C01370+P23940 | On time 9:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h43 | 11:50 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
| G66720+G89585 · P24056 | On time 9:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h04 | 12:34 Blackburn station (BBN) | 2 changes | |
| W33753+P23945 | On time 10:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h43 | 12:50 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
| G00853+G89593 · P24059 | On time 10:30 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h04 | 13:34 Blackburn station (BBN) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Blackburn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 4:56 |
Last train 21:18 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Birmingham to Blackburn trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Blackburn from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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 Birmingham and Blackburn
Most Birmingham to Blackburn trains use the Birmingham New Street to Blackburn station pair, with some services arriving at Mill Hill (Lancs). Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Getting to Selly Oak from Birmingham city centre
Selly Oak is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Selly Oak train station facilities and services
Selly Oak has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Selly Oak.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Selly Oak. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Selly Oak: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Selly Oak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Selly Oak: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available in the Booking Hall and on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Blackburn station do trains from Birmingham 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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