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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackburn to Swinton
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackburn to Swinton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Swinton will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Blackburn for Swinton 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 28 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Blackburn to Swinton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Swinton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 28 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£16 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Blackburn to Swinton train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Swinton trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:46 Blackburn | 0h55 | 06:41 Swinton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackburn to Swinton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Blackburn to Swinton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 55m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 05:47 |
Last train 22:51 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Blackburn to Swinton trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Blackburn and Swinton from £15. 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 Swinton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn to Swinton 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 Swinton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Blackburn and Swinton
Parking
Dining
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Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- 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
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Office
- 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)
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket Office- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Up 1 small step into the ticket hall and down 34 steps onto the island platform. Trains to Manchester leave from the right, trains to Wigan leave from the left.
- 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 outside the station on Moorside Road.(Station side for Manchester, Opposite side for Wigan)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 12:50 Saturday 07:20 - 13:50 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - From Station Road, through the ticket office and down 31 steps onto the platform. Trains for Manchester leave on the left, trains for Wigan leave on the right.
- 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
- Onward travel information: Located on Station Road for buses to Salford, Eccles, Manchester and Ordsall. Maximum distance 40 yards/37m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops outside the station on Station Rd. (Station side for Wigan, opposite side for Manchester)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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