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Compare train and coach for Blackburn to Aintree
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Aintree among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 43 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£43 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Blackburn to Aintree:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Blackburn to Aintree costing on average £43.
Other travel options to Aintree take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 36m.
Tickets start at around £43 compared to roughly £10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-33.43. The journey takes 1h 2m versus 49m 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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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackburn to Aintree
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Blackburn to Aintree run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 6:13 |
Last train 21:13 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Blackburn to Aintree trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackburn and Aintree from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Blackburn to Aintree train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn to Aintree 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 Aintree, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Blackburn and Aintree
Most Blackburn to Aintree trains use the Blackburn to Aintree station pair, with some services arriving at Old Roan. Use this guide to compare Blackburn and Aintree train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Blackburn station do trains to Aintree leave from?
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.
Which Aintree station do trains from Blackburn arrive at?
Getting to Aintree from Aintree city centre
Aintree is 1 km from Aintree city centre. Public transport options include:
Aintree train station facilities and services
Aintree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aintree. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Aintree: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aintree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aintree: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform." Access to the Ormskirk bound platform is via a ramped overbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Old Roan from Aintree city centre
Old Roan train station facilities and services
Old Roan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Old Roan.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Old Roan. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Old Roan: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Old Roan: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Roan: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: "This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform" Car park and ticket office are step free. Platforms can also be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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