Southport to Blackburn train with Northern Rail (3)

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1,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southport to Blackburn

Showing times and prices for 02 Dec

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£29

Fastest journey

1 h 39 m

Average duration

1 h 39 m

Trains per day

1

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 £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Southport 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 36 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.

Northern Rail (3)
06:251h39
Southport
08:04Blackburn
£291One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Southport to Blackburn

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southport to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £29.

Distance: 36 km

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£29

Average Price

£6

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Cheapest

1h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 24m

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2h 24m

Average total duration

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Live departures

Southport to Blackburn train times

The table below shows live departures for Southport to Blackburn trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 18:44
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
northern_rail06:25 Southport
1h39
08:04 Blackburn0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Southport to Blackburn

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Trains from Southport to Blackburn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 1h 34m.

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 £6
Distance
36 km
Average train duration
1h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£29
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 34m
First train
06:16
Last train
22:26
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 £6

Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Southport to Blackburn trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Southport and Blackburn from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

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
1h 31m
Cheapest Price
£29
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 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

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
£15
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 a day

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.

FAQs
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.
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 Southport to Blackburn covers a distance of 36 km and takes approximately 1h 34m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Southport to Blackburn is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The cost of a train ticket from Southport to Blackburn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The train station in Southport that goes to Blackburn is Southport station (SOP), and it arrives at Blackburn station (BBN).
The first train from Southport to Blackburn leaves at 6:16.
The train distance from Southport to Blackburn is 36 km.
Trains from Southport to Blackburn run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southport to Blackburn.
The last train from Southport to Blackburn departs at 22:26.
Yes, you can take the train 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.
To get from Southport to Blackburn, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Southport to Blackburn. The journey takes 1h 34m, covers 36 km, and there are 6 trains per day.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Southport and Blackburn

Southport
Blackburn
The major train station for departures in Southport is Birkdale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birkdale for your trip from Southport to Blackburn.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:27 - 00:32 Sunday 07:47 - 00:32 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.” Although a footbridge links platforms, both platforms can be accessed via a level crossing. Staff are on hand to assist those passengers requiring it.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: platform
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Birkdale
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:28 - 00:37 Sunday 07:43 - 00:37 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: in staff car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Southport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Car Park London Street, Southport

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