The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackburn to Burnley
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackburn to Burnley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Burnley will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 3 trains that leave Blackburn for Burnley 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 17 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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 Burnley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Burnley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 17 km
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Blackburn to Burnley train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Burnley trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y02402 | On time 06:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0h17 | 06:21 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G31087 | On time 06:18 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0h18 | 06:36 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y04771 | On time 06:51 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0h27 | 07:18 Burnley Central (BNC) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y02386 | On time 07:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0h16 | 07:20 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 0 changesdirect | |
G32552 | On time 07:18 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0h18 | 07:36 Burnley Manchester Road (BYM) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y05678 | On time 07:51 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0h28 | 08:19 Burnley Central (BNC) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackburn to Burnley
Trains from Blackburn to Burnley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 16m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Blackburn to Burnley trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Blackburn and Burnley from £4. 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 Burnley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn to Burnley 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 Burnley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackburn and Burnley
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Onward travel information: contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses towards Blackburn stop on Preston Old Road at the junction of Geddes Street. Buses towards Preston stop near to the junction of Cecilia Road and Preston Old Road
- 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)
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, Access to platform is down 34 steps with rest platform and handrail.
- 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
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Accrington Road (A679) near to traffic lights
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station,Step free access from Junction Street down 50 metre ramp with handrail.
- 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
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Westway A671. (Station side for Colne, opposite side for Blackburn)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 13:30 Saturday,Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from car park up 20 metre ramp or up 4 steps. 25 mm brick lip at base of ramp. Access from Railway Street up 18 steps with rest platform and handrail.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Curzon St adjacent to Railway Bridge
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:45 - 21:45 Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, No access problems for mobility impaired customers as the access to the platforms is via the ramps.
- 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: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: ACCESSIBLE TOILET AVAILABLE DURING TICKET OFFICE HOURS
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Entrance to Station Car Park on Halstead St
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