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Compare coach and train for Blackburn to Littleborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Littleborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 28 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Littleborough take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 59m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (45m by train vs 53m by car). Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Blackburn to Littleborough.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Blackburn to Littleborough.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackburn to Littleborough
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Trains from Blackburn to Littleborough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 47m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 6:18 |
Last train 23:24 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Blackburn to Littleborough trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackburn and Littleborough from £6. 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 Littleborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn to Littleborough 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 Littleborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackburn and Littleborough
Most Blackburn to Littleborough trains use the Blackburn to Littleborough station pair, with some services arriving at Smithy Bridge. Use this guide to compare Blackburn and Littleborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Blackburn station do trains to Littleborough 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 Littleborough station do trains from Blackburn arrive at?
Getting to Littleborough from Littleborough city centre
Littleborough train station facilities and services
Littleborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Littleborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Littleborough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Littleborough: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Littleborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Littleborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Ticket office at floor level but platforms are up steps. Ramps to each platform too, 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, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Smithy Bridge from Littleborough city centre
Smithy Bridge is 1 km from Littleborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Smithy Bridge train station facilities and services
Smithy Bridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Smithy Bridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Smithy Bridge: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Smithy Bridge: 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 - There is level access to both of the platforms via road and level crossing. Step free access from car park to station entrance but have to cross road, 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, Accessible ticket machines note: The card only machine is located adjacent to the path on the entrance to the Manchester bound platform, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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