Stockport to Blackburn train with Northern Rail

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Why should you book Stockport to Blackburn trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and more offer trains services from Stockport to Blackburn.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Stockport to Blackburn.

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Stockport to Blackburn.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stockport to Blackburn.

Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Stockport to Blackburn.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Stockport to Blackburn.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Stockport to Blackburn

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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Stockport to Blackburn, including direct trains, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 1h 23m.

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
44 km
Average train duration
1h 3m
Lowest ticket price
£7
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 23m
First train
5:44
Last train
23:52
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
2 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

Train companies: Northern Rail, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Stockport to Blackburn trainsNorthern Rail, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Stockport and Blackburn from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

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 23m
Cheapest Price
£7
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

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
1h 26m
Cheapest Price
£53
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 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
1h 13m
Cheapest Price
£32
Cross Country frequency
20 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 9m
Cheapest Price
£29
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest Price
£15
Northern Trains Limited frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Stockport to Blackburn train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockport 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
The train distance from Stockport to Blackburn is 44 km.
The first train from Stockport to Blackburn leaves at 5:44.
The last train from Stockport to Blackburn departs at 23:52.
Trains from Stockport to Blackburn run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stockport to Blackburn.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stockport to Blackburn.
To get from Stockport to Blackburn, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Stockport to Blackburn.
The train station in Stockport that goes to Blackburn is Stockport station (SPT), and it arrives at Blackburn station (BBN).
Booking trains from Stockport 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 Stockport to Blackburn offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including views of the Greater Manchester suburbs, rolling hills, and glimpses of the Pennine landscape, making it a moderately scenic route.
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 Stockport to Blackburn.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Stockport and Blackburn

Most Stockport to Blackburn trains use the Stockport to Blackburn station pair, with some services arriving at Mill Hill (Lancs). Use this guide to compare Stockport and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Stockport
Arrival train stations in Blackburn

Which Stockport station do trains to Blackburn leave from?

Trains from Stockport to Blackburn leave from Stockport. The station is 1 km from Stockport city centre at Stockport station, Grand Central Way, Stockport, Cheshire, SK3 9HZ.
StockportStockport station, Grand Central Way, Stockport, Cheshire, SK3 9HZ+44 8450507080ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Stockport from Stockport city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.

Stockport train station facilities and services

Stockport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Stockport.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Stockport.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Stockport. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Stockport: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Stockport: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Stockport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts are available to all platforms via the station subway, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Heaton ChapelHeaton Chapel station, Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Chapel, Cheshire, SK4 4NXParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Heaton Chapel from Stockport city centre

Heaton Chapel is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBuxton - Manchester Piccadilly, Chester - Manchester Piccadilly, Crewe - Manchester Piccadilly, Hazel Grove - Manchester Piccadilly, Alderley Edge - Manchester Piccadilly, Stoke-on-Trent - Manchester Piccadilly, Stockport - Manchester Piccadilly, Plumley - Manchester Piccadilly, New Mills Newtown - Manchester Piccadilly · 3m · £0.89 · every ~7 min

Heaton Chapel train station facilities and services

Heaton Chapel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Heaton Chapel.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Heaton Chapel.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Heaton Chapel: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Heaton Chapel: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Heaton Chapel: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Services towards Manchester (platform 2) : From Heaton Moor Road, up 1 step into the ticket hall, turn right down 18 steps and then a further 25 steps onto the platform. When the ticket hall is closed use the entrance on Tatton Road North (30 paces from the junction of Heaton Moor Road) down a ramp (63 paces, 1:7 slope) onto the platform. Services towards Stockport (platform 1) : Either use the entrance at the junction of Heaton Moor Road and Edgerton Road North, through a 5ft wide gate and down 41 steps onto the platform, or level access is available 200 paces down Edgerton Road North from Heaton Moor Road along a ramp (26 paces, 1:7 slope) onto the platform, 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.

WoodsmoorWoodsmoor station, Moorland Road, Woodsmoor, Greater Manchester, SK2 7DWParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Woodsmoor from Stockport city centre

Woodsmoor is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainManchester Piccadilly - Buxton, Manchester Piccadilly - Hazel Grove, Stockport - Hazel Grove, Manchester Piccadilly - New Mills Newtown · 6m · £0.89 · every ~4 min
Bus199 · 14m · £6 · every ~7 min

Woodsmoor train station facilities and services

Woodsmoor has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Woodsmoor.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Woodsmoor.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Woodsmoor: Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Woodsmoor: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Services towards Manchester: Level access through a gate from Ferndale Avenue, or down 30 steps from Moorland Road bridge to the ticket office then through an 87cm wide gate and along a ramp (25 paces, 1:15 slope) onto the platform. Services Towards Buxton: Level access through a 103cm wide gate from Moorland Road bridge and down a stepped ramp (10 steps 15cm high each 200cm apart, ramp length 35 paces, 1:6 average slope) onto the platform, 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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