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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackburn to Leeds
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackburn to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Leeds will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 12 trains that leave Blackburn for Leeds every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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.
L89690 · L8926514:201h44Blackburn station (BBN)16:04Leeds station (LDS)£101One-way1 change- G8900317:041h23Blackburn station (BBN)18:27Leeds station (LDS)£111One-way0 changes
- L89704 · L8926213:201h42Blackburn station (BBN)15:02Leeds station (LDS)£111One-way1 change
- C3171414:041h24Blackburn station (BBN)15:28Leeds station (LDS)£111One-way0 changes
- G8897612:041h24Blackburn station (BBN)13:28Leeds station (LDS)£111One-way0 changes
- G8900317:041h23Blackburn station (BBN)18:27Leeds station (LDS)£111One-way0 changes
- G8898113:041h23Blackburn station (BBN)14:27Leeds station (LDS)£161One-way0 changes
- G8899816:041h24Blackburn station (BBN)17:28Leeds station (LDS)£161One-way0 changes
- G8899215:041h24Blackburn station (BBN)16:28Leeds station (LDS)£161One-way0 changes
- C3171414:041h24Blackburn station (BBN)15:28Leeds station (LDS)£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Blackburn to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Leeds 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 1h 23m. 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 train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 62 km
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Blackburn to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Leeds trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G88960 | 8:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h23 | 9:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L89698 · L89246 | 8:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h44 | 10:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| G88963 | 9:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h23 | 10:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L89699 · L89250 | 9:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h44 | 11:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| G88967 | 10:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h23 | 11:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L89700 · L89253 | 10:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h44 | 12:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| G88971 | 11:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h23 | 12:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L89701 · L89256 | 11:19 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h45 | 13:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| G88976 | 12:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h24 | 13:28 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L89703 · L89259 | 12:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h44 | 14:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| G88981 | 13:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h23 | 14:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L89704 · L89262 | 13:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h42 | 15:02 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| C31714 | 14:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h24 | 15:28 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L89690 · L89265 | 14:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h44 | 16:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| G88992 | 15:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h24 | 16:28 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L89692 · L89269 | 15:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h44 | 17:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| G88998 | 16:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h24 | 17:28 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L89694 · L89272 | 16:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h44 | 18:04 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
| G89003 | 17:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h23 | 18:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackburn to Leeds
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Trains from Blackburn to Leeds run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. 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 02:12, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 2:12 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Blackburn to Leeds trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackburn and Leeds 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 Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackburn and Leeds
Most Blackburn to Leeds trains use the Blackburn to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Headingley. Use this guide to compare Blackburn and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Blackburn station do trains to Leeds 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.
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.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley train station facilities and services
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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