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The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackburn to Salford
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
32 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackburn to Salford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Salford will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Blackburn for Salford 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 32 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.
05:181h13
Blackburn06:31Salford
£41One-way
0 changes
18:201h11
Blackburn19:31Salford
£61One-way
0 changes
06:470h46
Blackburn07:33Salford
£161One-way
0 changes
06:470h46
Blackburn07:33Salford
£161One-way
0 changes
18:201h11
Blackburn19:31Salford
£61One-way
0 changes
05:181h13
Blackburn06:31Salford
£41One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Blackburn to Salford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Salford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 32 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£6 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Blackburn to Salford train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:45
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:18 Blackburn | 1h13 | 06:31 Salford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:20 Blackburn | 1h11 | 19:31 Salford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackburn to Salford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Blackburn to Salford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 23:21 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Blackburn to Salford trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Blackburn and Salford from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
45m
Cheapest Price
£3
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Blackburn to Salford train
FAQs: Travel by train from Blackburn to Salford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Blackburn to Salford.
Booking trains from Blackburn to Salford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Blackburn to Salford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train distance from Blackburn to Salford is 32 km.
The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Salford is by train, costing approximately £3.
The train station in Blackburn that goes to Salford is Blackburn station (BBN), and it arrives at Salford Central (SFD).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Blackburn to Salford.
Yes, you can take the train from Blackburn to Salford.
The train journey from Blackburn to Salford covers a distance of 32 km and takes approximately 47m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Blackburn to Salford leaves at 5:13.
The last train from Blackburn to Salford departs at 23:21.
Trains from Blackburn to Salford run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Blackburn to Salford.
Yes, there is a direct train between Blackburn and Salford. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
To get from Blackburn to Salford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackburn and Salford
Blackburn
Salford
The major train station for departures in Blackburn is Blackburn. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackburn for your trip from Blackburn to Salford.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 06:40 - 18:00 Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Blackburn
- 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Cherry Tree
- 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Mill Hill (Lancs)
- 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)
The major train station for arrivals in Salford is Salford Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salford Central for your journey to Salford from Blackburn.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibility
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:25 - 19:35 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Ramped access to platforms and ticket office. We regret that wheelchair users cannot board or alight here, due to excessive wheelchair ramp gradients between the train and the very low-height platforms.
- 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
Public transport options for Salford Central
- Onward travel information: Located on both sides of New Bailey Street for buses to Bolton, Eccles and Piccadilly Gardens. Maximum distance 120 yards/110m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station on New Bailey Street.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 21:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, The station is accessed from the main road ( A6,THE CRESCENT) and the corner of University Road There is a lift available at the end of the overbridge (facing the steps of which there is 36 down onto the platform). The lift is available from first to last train.
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A key is available from the Booking Office and Supervisor's Office upon request.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Public transport options for Salford Crescent
- Onward travel information: Located on The Crescent for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Eccles and Bolton. Maximum distance 300 yards/274m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station near to the roundabout.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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