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Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southport to Blackburn
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Oct
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£14
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£14
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
1 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
1 h 30 m
Trains on 20 Oct
20
Distance
36 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southport to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southport to Blackburn will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Fast trains
To travel from Southport to Blackburn you need to make at least one change.
6:251h39Southport8:04Blackburn£141One-way1 change- 7:031h30Southport8:33Blackburn£141One-way1 change
- 7:251h39Southport9:04Blackburn£141One-way1 change
- 8:031h30Southport9:33Blackburn£141One-way1 change
- 8:301h34Southport10:04Blackburn£141One-way1 change
- 9:031h29Southport10:32Blackburn£141One-way1 change
- 13:041h29Southport14:33Blackburn£141One-way1 change
- 7:031h30Southport8:33Blackburn£141One-way1 change
- 8:031h30Southport9:33Blackburn£141One-way1 change
- 10:031h30Southport11:33Blackburn£141One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southport to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southport to Blackburn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 1h 7m.
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 36 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 6:03 |
Last train 22:26 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 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
Live departures
Southport to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Southport to Blackburn trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:30 Southport | 1h34 | 12:04 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Northern Trains Limited from Southport to Blackburn trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Southport and Blackburn from £20. 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
1h 29m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£14
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 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
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The Lewis Textile Museum
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Corporation Park
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Witton Country Park
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Roddlesworth and Tockholes
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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.
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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: Southport to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southport 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 Southport to Blackburn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £26.
The train journey from Southport to Blackburn covers a distance of 36 km and takes approximately 1h 7m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Southport to Blackburn is 36 km.
The first train from Southport to Blackburn leaves at 6:03.
The last train from Southport to Blackburn departs at 22:26.
Trains from Southport to Blackburn run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southport to Blackburn.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Southport to Blackburn.
There is no night train service from Southport to Blackburn.
The train station in Southport that goes to Blackburn is Southport station (SOP), and it arrives at Blackburn station (BBN).
Booking trains from Southport 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 Southport to Blackburn offers a scenic view as it passes through picturesque Lancashire countryside, featuring rolling hills and quaint villages.
Yes, you can take the train from Southport to Blackburn.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southport and Blackburn
Most Southport to Blackburn trains use the Southport to Blackburn station pair. Use this guide to compare Southport and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Southport
Arrival train stations in Blackburn
Which Southport station do trains to Blackburn leave from?
Trains from Southport to Blackburn leave from Southport. The station is from Southport city centre at Southport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE.
SouthportSouthport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE
City-centre transport
Getting to Southport from Southport city centre
Bus15A, 748, 714, 40, 15 · 6m · £2 · every ~6 min
Southport train station facilities and services
Southport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Southport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southport. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Ticket office is step free. Both platforms accessed via concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Blackburn station do trains from Southport arrive at?
Trains from Southport to Blackburn arrive at Blackburn. Blackburn is from Blackburn city centre.
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.
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