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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Blackburn
Showing times and prices for 20 Feb
Cheapest price
£251
Average price
£251
Fastest journey
5 h 17 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
325 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Blackburn will cost around £251 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £251.
Fast trains
To travel from Southampton to Blackburn you need to make at least 2 changes.
05:155h17
Southampton10:32Blackburn
£2511One-way
2 changes
06:165h17
Southampton11:33Blackburn
£2511One-way
2 changes
07:155h18
Southampton12:33Blackburn
£2511One-way
2 changes
08:155h18
Southampton13:33Blackburn
£2511One-way
2 changes
09:155h18
Southampton14:33Blackburn
£2511One-way
2 changes
05:155h17
Southampton10:32Blackburn
£2511One-way
2 changes
06:165h17
Southampton11:33Blackburn
£2511One-way
2 changes
07:155h18
Southampton12:33Blackburn
£2511One-way
2 changes
08:155h18
Southampton13:33Blackburn
£2511One-way
2 changes
09:155h18
Southampton14:33Blackburn
£2511One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Southampton to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Blackburn trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 18:37
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:15 Southampton | 5h17 | 10:32 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 06:16 Southampton | 5h17 | 11:33 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 07:15 Southampton | 5h18 | 12:33 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 08:15 Southampton | 5h18 | 13:33 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 09:15 Southampton | 5h18 | 14:33 Blackburn | 2 changes |
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Avanti West Coast as well as Cross Country offer trains services from Southampton to Blackburn.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton to Blackburn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £249 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 20:36. The fastest train covers the 325 km distance in 5h 17m.
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 325 km |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £249 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 04:49 |
Last train 20:36 |
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: Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Southampton to Blackburn trainsAvanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Blackburn from £249. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 53m
Cheapest Price
£79
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 17m
Cheapest Price
£249
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Southampton to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton to Blackburn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £249, while the average price tends to be around £249.
The train journey from Southampton to Blackburn covers a distance of 325 km and takes approximately 5h 17m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Southampton to Blackburn is 325 km.
The first train from Southampton to Blackburn leaves at 4:49.
The last train from Southampton to Blackburn departs at 20:36.
Trains from Southampton to Blackburn run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southampton to Blackburn.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Southampton to Blackburn.
To travel from Southampton to Blackburn, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Southampton to Blackburn.
The train station in Southampton that goes to Blackburn is Southampton Central (SOU), and it arrives at Blackburn station (BBN).
The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Blackburn is by train, costing approximately £249.
Booking trains from Southampton 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 Southampton to Blackburn offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the rolling countryside in parts, particularly as you travel through regions like the Chiltern Hills and the Pennines, providing occasional scenic vistas.
A day trip from Southampton to Blackburn is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 17m. Trains run 5 times per day over a distance of 325 km.
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 Southampton to Blackburn.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Blackburn
Southampton
Blackburn
The major train station for departures in Southampton is Southampton Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Central for your trip from Southampton to Blackburn.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
- Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Southampton Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Southampton Airport Parkway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains to Fareham) using a long ramp (40m) at approx 1:10 gradient (up to 1:7 in places). There is no step-free access to Platform 1 (towards Southampton, which is accessed via a stepped footbridge only). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Sholing
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Woolston/Southampton, in Station Road by the 'Stop & Shop' store adjacent to footpath leading to station. To Bursledon/Fareham, in Station Road between Cranbury Road and Sholing Vicarage driveway.
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 Southampton.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost 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
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