The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 16 m
Trains on 18 Sept
29
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
To travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN) you need to make at least one change.
G89569 · P240489:171h16Manchester Airport (MIA)10:33Blackburn station (BBN)£101One-way1 change
G89585 · P2405611:171h17Manchester Airport (MIA)12:34Blackburn station (BBN)£101One-way1 change
G89577 · P2405210:171h17Manchester Airport (MIA)11:34Blackburn station (BBN)£101One-way1 change
G89581 · G8530810:481h16Manchester Airport (MIA)12:04Blackburn station (BBN)£101One-way1 change
G89602 · P2406213:171h17Manchester Airport (MIA)14:34Blackburn station (BBN)£101One-way1 change
G89573 · G853039:481h16Manchester Airport (MIA)11:04Blackburn station (BBN)£141One-way1 change
G89569 · P240489:171h16Manchester Airport (MIA)10:33Blackburn station (BBN)£101One-way1 change
G89589 · G8531211:481h16Manchester Airport (MIA)13:04Blackburn station (BBN)£171One-way1 change
G89581 · G8530810:481h16Manchester Airport (MIA)12:04Blackburn station (BBN)£101One-way1 change
G89607 · G8531913:481h16Manchester Airport (MIA)15:04Blackburn station (BBN)£171One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 45 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN):
A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN) costing on average £15.
Other travel options to Blackburn station (BBN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 47m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-5.00. The journey takes 1h 9m versus 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G89560 · P24044 | On time 8:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h17 | 9:34 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
G89564 · G85301 | On time 8:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h16 | 10:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
G89569 · P24048 | On time 9:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h16 | 10:33 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
G89573 · G85303 | On time 9:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h16 | 11:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
G89577 · P24052 | On time 10:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h17 | 11:34 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
G89047 · G88976 | On time 10:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h31 | 12:00 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
G89581 · G85308 | On time 10:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h16 | 12:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
G89541 · P24029 | On time 15:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h17 | 16:34 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
G89053 · G89003 | On time 15:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h31 | 17:00 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
G89543 · G85325 | On time 15:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h16 | 17:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
G89546 · P24036 | On time 16:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h17 | 17:34 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
G89055 · G89007 | On time 16:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h35 | 18:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
G89550 · G90363 | On time 16:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h19 | 18:07 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN)
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 3:48 |
Last train 21:44 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Blackburn station (BBN) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN) 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 station (BBN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Blackburn station (BBN)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackburn station (BBN) trains use the Manchester Victoria to Blackburn station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Blackburn station (BBN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway 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. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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 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.
