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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Blackrod
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 27 Sept
Cheapest price on 27 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 27 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 27 Sept
27 m
Average journey duration on 27 Sept
27 m
Trains on 27 Sept
2
Distance
26 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Blackrod is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Blackrod will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Fast trains
On Sun 27 Sept, we found 2 trains from Manchester to Blackrod, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 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.
21:040h27Manchester21:31Blackrod£61One-way0 changes- 23:040h27Manchester23:31Blackrod£61One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Blackrod
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Take a train from Manchester to Blackrod and enjoy the approximately 26 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55.
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 26 km |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
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 Trains Limited from Manchester to Blackrod trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Blackrod. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
25m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£6
Northern Trains Limited frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Blackrod
Things to do in Blackrod
Discover the best of Blackrod — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Blackrod trip today.
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Hall i' th' Wood Museum
Textile museum in Bolton showing spinning and weaving machinery, explaining the region's industrial past.
Horwich Heritage Centre
Local museum in nearby Horwich with exhibits on community life, industry and everyday history around the area.
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Rivington Terraced Gardens
Restored hillside gardens with paths, bridges and follies, offering one of the area's most atmospheric walks.
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Lever Park
Large country park and reservoir landscape popular for woodland walks, waterside views and access to historic sites.
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Winter Hill
Open moorland high point favoured for walking, panoramic views and a clear sense of the wider West Pennine landscape.
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- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Black Peas
Black peas are simmered until tender and traditionally served with vinegar at Bonfire Night in Lancashire. A simple local staple with deep regional roots.
Meat and Potato Pie
A flaky pastry pie filled with minced beef, potato and onion. Strongly linked to nearby Lancashire mill towns and a classic north-west comfort food.
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Lancashire Hotpot
Slow-cooked lamb with sliced onions, often topped with potatoes. This hearty one-pot dish is a long-standing Lancashire favourite in cold weather.
Rivaj
Well-known local Indian restaurant in Blackrod, popular for curries, grills and friendly service in a relaxed modern setting.
The White Lion
Established pub and dining venue serving British favourites, ales and Sunday roasts in a traditional, welcoming atmosphere.
The Cherry Tree
Smart country-style pub near Blackrod known for hearty British meals and drinks, with a comfortable setting suited to casual dining.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and cafés are fairly priced, while nearby Manchester can raise hotel and transport costs compared with smaller towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is optional.
Bee Network
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
Blackrod station -> Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
Best option: Bus and tram via Bee Network contactless day cap
- Price
- £6.00
- Duration
- 40 min
- Contactless tap and go works on Bee Network buses and trams. Use the same card or device for every tap to get the right capped fare.
- The Bee Network app lets you plan journeys and buy bus, tram and bus+tram tickets. Blackrod station is on National Rail, so rail fares are separate.
FAQs: Manchester to Blackrod train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Blackrod 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 Blackrod, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Manchester to Blackrod is 26 km.
The first train from Manchester to Blackrod leaves at 0:10.
The last train from Manchester to Blackrod departs at 23:55.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Blackrod.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Blackrod. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Trains Limited.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Blackrod.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Blackrod is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), and it arrives at Blackrod station (BLK).
Booking trains from Manchester to Blackrod in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester to Blackrod offers a mix of urban and suburban scenery, transitioning through bustling station areas and stretches of greenery, providing a pleasant view as you move away from the city towards the more tranquil outskirts.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Blackrod.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Blackrod
Most Manchester to Blackrod trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Blackrod station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Blackrod train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Blackrod
Which Manchester station do trains to Blackrod leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Blackrod leave from Manchester Piccadilly. The station is 1 km from Manchester city centre at Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £5 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min
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.
Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · £2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Blackrod station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Blackrod arrive at Blackrod. Blackrod is 1 km from Blackrod city centre.
BlackrodBlackrod station, Station Road, Blackrod, Lancashire, BL6 5JH+44 8454014015
City-centre transport
Getting to Blackrod from Blackrod city centre
Bus933, 915, 575 · 9m · £2 · every ~11 min
Blackrod train station facilities and services
Blackrod has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackrod.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackrod: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackrod: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackrod: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Both platforms are fully accessible via ramps, you should allow approx 10 mins as these are long ramps, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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