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Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery
Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery presents local history, archaeology, textiles, and fine art in a compact town-centre museum worth a careful visit.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough to Blackburn
Showing times and prices for 04 Aug
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
3 h 6 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
123 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Blackburn will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Middlesbrough 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 123 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 6 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.
8:143h06Middlesbrough11:20Blackburn£751One-way0 changes
- 8:143h06Middlesbrough11:20Blackburn£751One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Middlesbrough to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 123 km
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3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Middlesbrough to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Blackburn trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C03192+G89009 | On time 17:14 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h06 | 20:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
C32325+G15815+G85304+ G01169 | On time 17:25 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h39 | 21:04 Blackburn station (BBN) | 3 changes | |
| G16022+G89015 | On time 18:14 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h06 | 21:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
| C24641+C31717 | On time 19:14 Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 3h06 | 22:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Middlesbrough to Blackburn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 3h 6m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20
Distance 123 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 22:42 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £20
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Middlesbrough to Blackburn trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Middlesbrough and Blackburn from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
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 10m
Cheapest Price
£28
Northern Rail frequency
3 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
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 6m
Cheapest Price
£29
Transpennine Express frequency
4 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 Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 22m
Cheapest Price
£52
Northern Trains Limited frequency
2 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest Price
£45
TransPennine Express frequency
10 a day
Complete guide to Blackburn
Things to do in Blackburn
Discover the best of Blackburn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Blackburn trip today.
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Haworth Art Gallery
Haworth Art Gallery in Accrington shows fine and decorative art in a historic house, with attractive grounds and changing exhibitions.
The Lewis Textile Museum
The Lewis Textile Museum explores Blackburn’s cotton heritage through machinery, displays, and practical insight into the town’s industrial past.
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Corporation Park
Corporation Park is a Victorian park with formal gardens, lakes, sports areas, and elevated views, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
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Witton Country Park
Witton Country Park offers broad green space, woodland paths, riverside walks, and family-friendly trails on the western edge of Blackburn.
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Roddlesworth and Tockholes
The moorland routes around Roddlesworth and Tockholes offer reservoirs, woodland, and panoramic walking country popular with local hikers.
- Gluten-free
Blackburn Curry
A spiced South Asian-style lamb or chicken curry that became a Blackburn staple through the town’s strong curry house tradition.
Meat And Potato Pie
A flaky pie filled with minced beef and potato, long favoured across Lancashire as a hearty working-class meal.
Chorley Cake
A baked suet pudding with currants, often served with custard. It is a classic Lancashire dessert still known in East Lancashire.
Exchange Coffee Company
Well-known local bakery and café for Lancashire breakfasts, pies, sandwiches, cakes, and traditional baked goods.
Mr Fred's Bar and Lounge
Contemporary restaurant at Stanley House offering British dishes in an elegant country-house setting near Blackburn.
Akbar's
Stylish Indian restaurant known for refined curries, grills, and polished service in a modern setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and meals are usually cheaper than in London or Manchester, and local buses are affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Transdev Go
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- £7.50
To the city centre
Blackburn station -> Blackburn Town Centre, Blackburn
- Distance
- 0.4 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- On Blackburn Bus Company buses, adult single fares are capped at £3 and can be bought from the driver, in the app, or by tapping on and off.
- Blackburn station is about a 5 min walk from Blackburn Town Centre and the bus station, so walking is usually the quickest arrival option.
FAQs: Middlesbrough to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Middlesbrough to Blackburn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The train journey from Middlesbrough to Blackburn covers a distance of 123 km and takes approximately 3h 6m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Middlesbrough to Blackburn is 123 km.
The first train from Middlesbrough to Blackburn leaves at 5:48.
The last train from Middlesbrough to Blackburn departs at 22:42.
Trains from Middlesbrough to Blackburn run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Middlesbrough to Blackburn.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Middlesbrough to Blackburn.
To get from Middlesbrough to Blackburn, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Middlesbrough to Blackburn.
The train station in Middlesbrough that goes to Blackburn is Middlesbrough station (MBR), and it arrives at Blackburn station (BBN).
The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Blackburn is by coach, costing approximately £20.
Booking trains from Middlesbrough to Blackburn in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Middlesbrough to Blackburn offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with scenic views of the North Yorkshire countryside and glimpses of the Pennines along the way.
A day trip from Middlesbrough to Blackburn is not feasible, as the journey duration is 3h 6m each way. However, there are 6 train trips per day.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Middlesbrough to Blackburn.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Middlesbrough and Blackburn
Most Middlesbrough to Blackburn trains use the Middlesbrough to Blackburn station pair, with some services arriving at Mill Hill (Lancs). Use this guide to compare Middlesbrough and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Middlesbrough
Arrival train stations in Blackburn
Which Middlesbrough station do trains to Blackburn leave from?
Trains from Middlesbrough to Blackburn leave from Middlesbrough. The station is from Middlesbrough city centre at Middlesbrough station, Zetland Road, Middlesbrough station, Cleveland, TS1 1EG.
MiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough station, Zetland Road, Middlesbrough station, Cleveland, TS1 1EG+44 1895262122
City-centre transport
Getting to Middlesbrough from Middlesbrough city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.
Middlesbrough train station facilities and services
Middlesbrough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Middlesbrough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Middlesbrough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Middlesbrough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Middlesbrough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Middlesbrough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Middlesbrough: 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 from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay), 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: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
South BankSouth Bank station, Normanby Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland, TS6 6AZ
City-centre transport
Getting to South Bank from Middlesbrough city centre
South Bank is 3 km from Middlesbrough city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainCarlisle - Saltburn, Bishop Auckland - Saltburn, Darlington - Saltburn · 4m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus101 · 36m · £4
South Bank train station facilities and services
South Bank has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at South Bank.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Bank: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Bank: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Access for disabled passengers to platform 1 (Middlesbrough) from Normanby Road is accessible. However access to the platform 2 (Saltburn) is via a footbridge so is not suitable for wheelchair users, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
MartonMarton station, The Grove, Marton-in-Cleveland, Redcar and Cleveland, TS7 9AP+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Marton from Middlesbrough city centre
Marton is 4 km from Middlesbrough city centre. Public transport options include:
Onward travel informationThere is a bus stop near the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up/Drop Off in the bus laybys on Ladgate Lane, station side for Nunthorpe, opposite side for Middlesbrough.
Marton train station facilities and services
Marton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Marton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Station is unstaffed. Ramped access to the platforms, with a dropped kerb from the car park onto the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Which Blackburn station do trains from Middlesbrough arrive at?
Trains from Middlesbrough to Blackburn most often arrive at Blackburn. Some services arrive at Mill Hill (Lancs), so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Blackburn arrival station.
BlackburnBlackburn station, Railway Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 1EX+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Blackburn from Blackburn city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement pick up/drop off will be in the Vue Cinema Car Park at the rear of the Station
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.
Mill Hill (Lancs)Mill Hill station, Chapel Street, Mill Hill, Lancashire, BB2 2QY
City-centre transport
Getting to Mill Hill (Lancs) from Blackburn city centre
Mill Hill (Lancs) is 1 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainColne - Blackpool South, Colne - Preston, York - Blackpool North, Blackburn - Blackpool North, Leeds - Blackpool North, Burnley Central - Preston · 2m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus4 · 11m · every ~12 min
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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