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The cheapest and fastest trains from Grimsby to Blackburn
Showing times and prices for 27 Nov
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
160 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grimsby to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grimsby to Blackburn will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Fast trains
To travel from Grimsby to Blackburn you need to make at least 2 changes.
05:124h21
Grimsby09:33Blackburn
£621One-way
2 changes
06:343h45
Grimsby10:19Blackburn
£1071One-way
2 changes
07:343h44
Grimsby11:18Blackburn
£1071One-way
2 changes
08:343h45
Grimsby12:19Blackburn
£1071One-way
2 changes
09:343h45
Grimsby13:19Blackburn
£1071One-way
2 changes
20:343h42
Grimsby00:16Blackburn
£1071One-way
2 changes
07:343h44
Grimsby11:18Blackburn
£1071One-way
2 changes
19:343h44
Grimsby23:18Blackburn
£1071One-way
2 changes
06:343h45
Grimsby10:19Blackburn
£1071One-way
2 changes
08:343h45
Grimsby12:19Blackburn
£1071One-way
2 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grimsby to Blackburn
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Trains from Grimsby to Blackburn run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 18:59. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 3h 42m.
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 160 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 18:59 |
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: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express from Grimsby to Blackburn trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express trains will get you between Grimsby and Blackburn from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 45m
Cheapest Price
£31
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 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
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 42m
Cheapest Price
£51
TransPennine Express frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Grimsby to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grimsby 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.
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.
The train distance from Grimsby to Blackburn is 160 km.
The train journey from Grimsby to Blackburn covers a distance of 160 km and takes approximately 3h 42m. Trains run 3 per day.
A day trip from Grimsby to Blackburn is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 42m. There are 3 trains per day covering the distance of 160 km.
Booking trains from Grimsby to Blackburn in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Grimsby to Blackburn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £103.
The first train from Grimsby to Blackburn leaves at 5:19.
The cheapest way to get from Grimsby to Blackburn is by train, costing approximately £51.
The train station in Grimsby that goes to Blackburn is Grimsby Town (GMB), and it arrives at Blackburn station (BBN).
The last train from Grimsby to Blackburn departs at 18:59.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Grimsby to Blackburn.
Yes, you can take the train from Grimsby to Blackburn.
Trains from Grimsby to Blackburn run approximately 3 times per day.
To travel from Grimsby to Blackburn, you can take a train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Grimsby to Blackburn.
There is no night train service from Grimsby to Blackburn.
The train journey from Grimsby to Blackburn offers a mix of industrial and rural landscapes, including views of the rolling countryside and small towns, making parts of it scenic.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Grimsby and Blackburn
Grimsby
Blackburn
The major train station for departures in Grimsby is Grimsby Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Grimsby Town for your trip from Grimsby to Blackburn.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Sunday 08:45 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 1, within car park and within cycle hub
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Grimsby Town
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Station Front.
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 Grimsby.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Lost 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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