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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Blackburn
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Blackburn will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Of the 6 trains that leave Preston for Blackburn every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 26 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.
19:240h26Preston19:50Blackburn£21One-way0 changes- 15:240h26Preston15:50Blackburn£31One-way0 changes
- 8:240h26Preston8:50Blackburn£31One-way0 changes
- 9:240h26Preston9:50Blackburn£31One-way0 changes
- 12:240h26Preston12:50Blackburn£31One-way0 changes
- 18:240h25Preston18:49Blackburn£41One-way0 changes
- 15:240h26Preston15:50Blackburn£31One-way0 changes
- 19:240h26Preston19:50Blackburn£21One-way0 changes
- 9:240h26Preston9:50Blackburn£31One-way0 changes
- 12:240h26Preston12:50Blackburn£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Preston to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 15 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Preston to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Blackburn trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P23915 | On time 6:24 Preston station (PRE) | 0h26 | 6:50 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88956 | On time 6:44 Preston station (PRE) | 0h16 | 7:00 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P23920 | On time 7:23 Preston station (PRE) | 0h27 | 7:50 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88960 | On time 7:44 Preston station (PRE) | 0h16 | 8:00 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P23924 | On time 8:23 Preston station (PRE) | 0h26 | 8:49 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88963 | On time 8:44 Preston station (PRE) | 0h16 | 9:00 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P23929 | On time 9:24 Preston station (PRE) | 0h26 | 9:50 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88967 | On time 9:44 Preston station (PRE) | 0h16 | 10:00 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P23934 | On time 10:24 Preston station (PRE) | 0h26 | 10:50 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88971 | On time 10:44 Preston station (PRE) | 0h16 | 11:00 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to Blackburn run on average 7 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 20m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 4:33 |
Last train 23:43 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Preston to Blackburn trainsNorthern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Preston and Blackburn from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Blackburn
Most Preston to Blackburn trains use the Preston to Blackburn station pair, with some services arriving at Mill Hill (Lancs). Use this guide to compare Preston and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Preston station do trains to Blackburn leave from?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
Which Blackburn station do trains from Preston arrive at?
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.
Getting to Mill Hill (Lancs) from Blackburn city centre
Mill Hill (Lancs) is 1 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Cherry Tree from Blackburn city centre
Cherry Tree is 2 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
Cherry Tree train station facilities and services
Cherry Tree 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 Cherry Tree: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cherry Tree: 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.
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