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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackburn to Ashton-under-Lyne
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackburn to Ashton-under-Lyne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Ashton-under-Lyne will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Blackburn for Ashton-under-Lyne every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Blackburn to Ashton-under-Lyne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Ashton-under-Lyne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 39 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackburn to Ashton-under-Lyne
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Trains from Blackburn to Ashton-under-Lyne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 06:18 |
Last train 22:22 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Blackburn to Ashton-under-Lyne trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Blackburn and Ashton-under-Lyne from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Blackburn to Ashton-under-Lyne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn to Ashton-under-Lyne 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 Ashton-under-Lyne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Blackburn and Ashton-under-Lyne
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Lost and Found Office
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Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 06:40 - 18:00 Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement pick up/drop off will be in the Vue Cinema Car Park at the rear of the Station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Office
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on New Chapel Street above the station (Station side for Blackburn, opposite side for Preston)
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:55 - 20:05 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Kerb at station front, through the underpass (20 paces), turn right and up a ramp (42 paces, 1:8 slope) to the ticket office. Lift also available from the first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Booking Office upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station Car Park
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:10 - 19:25 Saturday 07:20 - 13:50 Sunday Closed
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Platform 1 level access vrom the car park, platform 2 level accewss, transfer between platforms using Guide Lane
- 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
- Onward travel information: On both sides of Guide Lane for buses to Houghton Green, Bolton or Manchester. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is in the layby outside the old station building on Guide Lane.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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