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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Blackburn
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Blackburn will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 2 trains that leave Derby for Blackburn every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 114 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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.
6:453h19Derby10:04Blackburn£391One-way0 changes- 6:243h26Derby9:50Blackburn£401One-way0 changes
- 6:453h19Derby10:04Blackburn£391One-way0 changes
- 6:243h26Derby9:50Blackburn£401One-way0 changes
Live departures
Derby to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Blackburn trains for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G00710+ G89055 · G89007+C21593 | On time 15:00 Derby station (DBY) | 3h04 | 18:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 3 changes | |
C21329+P23925+ W34289 | On time 15:26 Derby station (DBY) | 3h23 | 18:49 Blackburn station (BBN) | 2 changes | |
W70984+ W84702+P24040 | On time 15:29 Derby station (DBY) | 3h06 | 18:35 Blackburn station (BBN) | 2 changes | |
| G01075+G89069 · C31716+C21809 | On time 15:45 Derby station (DBY) | 3h15 | 19:00 Blackburn station (BBN) | 3 changes | |
| Wednesday 29 July | |||||
| 6:24 Derby | 3h26 | 9:50 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:45 Derby | 3h19 | 10:04 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Derby to Blackburn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 20:36. The fastest train covers the 114 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 114 km |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 20:36 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Derby to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Blackburn
Most Derby to Blackburn trains use the Derby to Blackburn station pair, with some services arriving at Mill Hill (Lancs). Use this guide to compare Derby and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Blackburn leave from?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Peartree from Derby city centre
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree train station facilities and services
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Blackburn station do trains from Derby arrive at?
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.
Getting to Mill Hill (Lancs) from Blackburn city centre
Mill Hill (Lancs) is 1 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
Mill Hill (Lancs) train station facilities and services
Mill Hill (Lancs) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mill Hill (Lancs): Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mill Hill (Lancs): 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.
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