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Compare train and coach for Norwich to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £95.
Distance: 281 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£96 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 27m Average total duration Fastest 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Blackburn
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Trains from Norwich to Blackburn run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £95 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 18:05. The fastest train covers the 281 km distance in 5h 50m.
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 £29
Distance 281 km |
Average train duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £95 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 50m |
First train 05:49 |
Last train 18:05 |
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 £29
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 30m
Cheapest Price
£147
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25 a day
FAQs: Norwich to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 cheapest way to get from Norwich to Blackburn is by coach, costing approximately £29.
The train distance from Norwich to Blackburn is 281 km.
Booking trains from Norwich to Blackburn in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Norwich to Blackburn departs at 18:05.
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 journey from Norwich to Blackburn covers a distance of 281 km and takes approximately 5h 50m. Trains run 5 per day.
There is no night train service from Norwich to Blackburn.
The cost of a train ticket from Norwich to Blackburn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £95, while the average price tends to be around £96.
The train station in Norwich that goes to Blackburn is Norwich station (NRW), and it arrives at Blackburn station (BBN).
The first train from Norwich to Blackburn leaves at 5:49.
Trains from Norwich to Blackburn run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Norwich to Blackburn.
Yes, you can take the train from Norwich to Blackburn.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Norwich to Blackburn.
To get from Norwich to Blackburn, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Norwich to Blackburn offers scenic views of the English countryside, with picturesque landscapes and charming towns visible along parts of the route.
A day trip from Norwich to Blackburn is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 50m each way, despite the train frequency being 5 per day over a distance of 281 km.
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Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Blackburn
Norwich
Blackburn
The major train station for departures in Norwich is Norwich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Norwich for your trip from Norwich to Blackburn.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Norwich
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
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 Norwich.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCLost 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Preston platform: From Green Lane down 50 metre ramps with handrail to platform. Colne platform: Step free access from Green Lane. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Cherry Tree
- Onward travel information: contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses towards Blackburn stop on Preston Old Road at the junction of Geddes Street. Buses towards Preston stop near to the junction of Cecilia Road and Preston Old Road
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