Bournemouth to Blackburn train with CrossCountry

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Compare prices and tickets Bournemouth to Blackburn by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Blackburn

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Trains from Bournemouth to Blackburn run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £258 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 339 km distance in 5h 48m.

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
339 km
Average train duration
5h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
£258
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
5h 48m
First train
6:04
Last train
19:22
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Blackburn trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Blackburn from £258. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 20m
Cheapest Price
£129
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 48m
Cheapest Price
£258
Cross Country frequency
11 a day

FAQs: Bournemouth to Blackburn train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Blackburn 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 Blackburn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bournemouth to Blackburn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £258, while the average price tends to be around £259.
The train journey from Bournemouth to Blackburn covers a distance of 339 km and takes approximately 5h 48m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Bournemouth to Blackburn is 339 km.
The first train from Bournemouth to Blackburn leaves at 6:04.
The last train from Bournemouth to Blackburn departs at 19:22.
Trains from Bournemouth to Blackburn run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bournemouth to Blackburn.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bournemouth to Blackburn.
To travel from Bournemouth to Blackburn, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Bournemouth to Blackburn.
The train station in Bournemouth that goes to Blackburn is Bournemouth station (BMH), and it arrives at Blackburn station (BBN).
The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Blackburn is by train, costing approximately £258.
Booking trains from Bournemouth to Blackburn in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The Bournemouth to Blackburn train journey offers varied scenery, starting with views of the southern coast and countryside, transitioning through the rural landscapes of the Midlands, and finally approaching the urban environment of the North West.
A day trip from Bournemouth to Blackburn is not feasible, as the journey takes 5h 48m each way. The trip is 339 km long, with a frequency of 5 trains per day.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Blackburn is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions such as Blackburn Cathedral, the Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery, and nearby nature spots like Witton Country Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Bournemouth to Blackburn.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Blackburn

Most Bournemouth to Blackburn trains use the Bournemouth to Blackburn station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bournemouth
Arrival train stations in Blackburn

Which Bournemouth station do trains to Blackburn leave from?

Trains from Bournemouth to Blackburn leave from Bournemouth. The station is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre at Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX.
BournemouthBournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX+44 345 600 0650WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre

Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus13, 5, 6, 50, m1, 12, 13A, N5, N1, 11, 21 · 6m · £2 · every ~74 min
m1, 5, 6, 50, 13, 12, 13A, 21, 11, N5, N1 · 7m · £2 · every ~74 min

Bournemouth train station facilities and services

Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

PokesdownPokesdown station, Christchurch Road, Pokesdown, Dorset, BH7 6DLWifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Pokesdown from Bournemouth city centre

Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainPoole - London Waterloo, Poole - Eastleigh, Weymouth - London Waterloo, Weymouth - Southampton Central, Bournemouth - Basingstoke, Bournemouth - London Waterloo, Poole - Brockenhurst, Bournemouth - Winchester, Poole - Winchester, Weymouth - Woking, Weymouth - Eastleigh, Poole - Southampton Central · 3m · £0.89 · every ~4 min
Busm2, 1A, 1B, 1C, 22, N2 · 17m · £2 · every ~58 min
m2, 1A, 1B, 1C, 22, N2 · 18m · £2 · every ~58 min

Pokesdown train station facilities and services

Pokesdown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Pokesdown: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

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