Durham to Blackburn train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham to Blackburn

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£93

Average price

£93

Fastest journey

3 h 13 m

Average duration

3 h 13 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

128 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Durham to Blackburn will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £93.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Durham for Blackburn every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 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.

TransPennine Express
04:513h13
Durham
08:04Blackburn
£931One-way
0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Durham to Blackburn

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Take a train from Durham to Blackburn and enjoy the approximately 128 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
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
128 km
Average train duration
2h 51m
Trains per day
3
First train
03:10
Last train
20:30
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: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) from Durham to Blackburn trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Durham and Blackburn. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest Price
£92
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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
3h 28m
Cheapest Price
£91
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 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: Durham to Blackburn train

FAQs: Travel by train from Durham to Blackburn 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 Durham to Blackburn.
FAQs
Booking trains from Durham to Blackburn in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Durham to Blackburn is 128 km.
The first train from Durham to Blackburn leaves at 3:10.
The last train from Durham to Blackburn departs at 20:30.
Trains from Durham to Blackburn run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Durham to Blackburn.
There is no night train service from Durham to Blackburn.
The train station in Durham that goes to Blackburn is Durham station (DHM), and it arrives at Blackburn station (BBN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Durham to Blackburn.
Yes, you can take the train from Durham to Blackburn.
To travel from Durham to Blackburn, you can take a train.

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Important Stations and Airports in Durham and Blackburn

Durham
Blackburn
The major train station for departures in Durham is Durham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Durham for your trip from Durham to Blackburn.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse of both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Waiting Room Platform 1 opening hours Monday to Saturday - 04:00 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Platform 2 opening hours Monday to Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Durham
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.

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