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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Blackburn
Showing times and prices for 01 Jun
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£235
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
362 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast trains
To travel from Brighton to Blackburn you need to make at least 2 changes.
5:065h43Brighton10:49BlackburnFind prices3 changes- 4:125h21Brighton9:33Blackburn£2241One-way3 changes
- 5:444h48Brighton10:32Blackburn£2241One-way3 changes
- 6:394h54Brighton11:33Blackburn£2241One-way3 changes
- 7:394h54Brighton12:33Blackburn£2241One-way3 changes
- 8:584h02Brighton13:00Blackburn£2371One-way2 changes
- 9:584h02Brighton14:00Blackburn£2371One-way2 changes
- 10:584h02Brighton15:00Blackburn£2371One-way2 changes
- 11:584h02Brighton16:00Blackburn£2371One-way2 changes
- 12:584h02Brighton17:00Blackburn£2371One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Brighton to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £114.
Distance: 362 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£114 Average Price | £73 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 18m Average total duration 10h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brighton to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Blackburn trains for tomorrow, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0:05 Brighton | 8h44 | 8:49 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 4:12 Brighton | 5h21 | 9:33 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 5:06 Brighton | 5h43 | 10:49 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 5:44 Brighton | 4h48 | 10:32 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 5:56 Brighton | 4h04 | 10:00 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 6:26 Brighton | 5h23 | 11:49 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 6:39 Brighton | 4h54 | 11:33 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 6:56 Brighton | 4h04 | 11:00 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 7:26 Brighton | 5h23 | 12:49 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 7:39 Brighton | 4h54 | 12:33 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 7:56 Brighton | 4h04 | 12:00 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 8:26 Brighton | 5h23 | 13:49 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 8:39 Brighton | 4h54 | 13:33 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 8:58 Brighton | 4h02 | 13:00 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 9:28 Brighton | 5h21 | 14:49 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 9:44 Brighton | 4h49 | 14:33 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 9:58 Brighton | 4h02 | 14:00 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 10:44 Brighton | 4h49 | 15:33 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 10:58 Brighton | 4h02 | 15:00 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 11:28 Brighton | 5h21 | 16:49 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 11:44 Brighton | 4h49 | 16:33 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 11:58 Brighton | 4h02 | 16:00 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 12:28 Brighton | 5h21 | 17:49 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 12:44 Brighton | 4h49 | 17:33 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 12:58 Brighton | 4h02 | 17:00 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 13:28 Brighton | 5h21 | 18:49 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 13:44 Brighton | 4h50 | 18:34 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 13:58 Brighton | 4h05 | 18:03 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 14:28 Brighton | 5h21 | 19:49 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 14:44 Brighton | 4h49 | 19:33 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 14:58 Brighton | 4h02 | 19:00 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 15:44 Brighton | 4h49 | 20:33 Blackburn | 3 changes | |
| 15:58 Brighton | 4h02 | 20:00 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 16:14 Brighton | 4h34 | 20:48 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brighton to Blackburn run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £114 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 18:39. The fastest train covers the 362 km distance in 5h 11m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £38
Distance 362 km |
Average train duration 5h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £114 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 11m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 18:39 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £38
Train companies: Thameslink from Brighton to Blackburn trainsThameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Blackburn from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 59m
Cheapest Price
£137
Thameslink frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Brighton to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Brighton to Blackburn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £114, while the average price tends to be around £114.
The train journey from Brighton to Blackburn covers a distance of 362 km and takes approximately 5h 11m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Brighton to Blackburn is 362 km.
The first train from Brighton to Blackburn leaves at 4:12.
The last train from Brighton to Blackburn departs at 18:39.
Trains from Brighton to Blackburn run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brighton to Blackburn.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Blackburn.
To get from Brighton to Blackburn, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Brighton to Blackburn.
The train station in Brighton that goes to Blackburn is Brighton station (BTN), and it arrives at Blackburn station (BBN).
The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Blackburn is by coach, costing approximately £38.
Booking trains from Brighton to Blackburn in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Brighton to Blackburn offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the South Downs near Brighton, scenic countryside in the Midlands, and industrial heritage as the train approaches Blackburn.
A day trip from Brighton to Blackburn is not feasible as the travel time is 5h 11m each way. The journey covers a distance of 362 km. There are 5 train trips available 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 Brighton to Blackburn.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Blackburn
Brighton
Blackburn
The major train station for departures in Brighton is Brighton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton for your trip from Brighton to Blackburn.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- £0.50
Hotel
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Brighton
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 19:10 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Blackburn is Blackburn. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackburn for your journey to Blackburn from Brighton.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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
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