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Bolton Museum and Art Gallery
Major regional museum and art gallery in Bolton, with Egyptology, local history displays and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price on 27 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 27 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 27 Sept
43 m
Average journey duration on 27 Sept
58 m
Trains on 27 Sept
19
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackburn to Blackrod is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Blackrod will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
To travel from Blackburn to Blackrod you need to make at least one change.










The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Blackrod trains for tomorrow, Sunday 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:49 Blackburn | 0h43 | 9:32 Blackrod | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:04 Blackburn | 1h40 | 11:44 Blackrod | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:48 Blackburn | 1h41 | 12:29 Blackrod | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:25 Blackburn | 1h18 | 13:43 Blackrod | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:49 Blackburn | 0h43 | 13:32 Blackrod | 1 change |
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Take a train from Blackburn to Blackrod and enjoy the approximately 19 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 23:10.
Distance 19 km |
First train 6:10 |
Last train 23:10 |
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Discover the best of Blackrod — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Blackrod trip today.
Major regional museum and art gallery in Bolton, with Egyptology, local history displays and changing exhibitions.
Textile museum in Bolton showing spinning and weaving machinery, explaining the region's industrial past.
Local museum in nearby Horwich with exhibits on community life, industry and everyday history around the area.
Restored hillside gardens with paths, bridges and follies, offering one of the area's most atmospheric walks.
Large country park and reservoir landscape popular for woodland walks, waterside views and access to historic sites.
Open moorland high point favoured for walking, panoramic views and a clear sense of the wider West Pennine landscape.
Black peas are simmered until tender and traditionally served with vinegar at Bonfire Night in Lancashire. A simple local staple with deep regional roots.
A flaky pastry pie filled with minced beef, potato and onion. Strongly linked to nearby Lancashire mill towns and a classic north-west comfort food.
Slow-cooked lamb with sliced onions, often topped with potatoes. This hearty one-pot dish is a long-standing Lancashire favourite in cold weather.
Well-known local Indian restaurant in Blackrod, popular for curries, grills and friendly service in a relaxed modern setting.
Established pub and dining venue serving British favourites, ales and Sunday roasts in a traditional, welcoming atmosphere.
Smart country-style pub near Blackrod known for hearty British meals and drinks, with a comfortable setting suited to casual dining.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and cafés are fairly priced, while nearby Manchester can raise hotel and transport costs compared with smaller towns.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is optional.
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Blackrod station -> Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn to Blackrod 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 Blackrod, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Blackburn to Blackrod trains use the Blackburn to Blackrod station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackburn and Blackrod train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Blackburn.
Ticket office support is available at Blackburn.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackburn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blackburn: Bike Parking.
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.
Blackrod has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackrod.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackrod: Parking.
Available at Blackrod: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackrod: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Both platforms are fully accessible via ramps, you should allow approx 10 mins as these are long ramps, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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