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The cheapest and fastest trains from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Nov
- Cheapest price on 03 Nov
- £133
- Average ticket price on 03 Nov
- £133
- Fastest journey on 03 Nov
- 3 h 40 m
- Average journey duration on 03 Nov
- 3 h 40 m
- Trains on 03 Nov
- 16
- Distance
- 265 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn will cost around £133 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £133.
Fast trains
To travel from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn you need to make at least 2 changes.
4:40 4h40 Welwyn Garden City 9:20 Blackburn £133 1 One-way 2 changes6:38 3h42 Welwyn Garden City 10:20 Blackburn £133 1 One-way 2 changes7:40 3h40 Welwyn Garden City 11:20 Blackburn £133 1 One-way 2 changes8:40 3h40 Welwyn Garden City 12:20 Blackburn £133 1 One-way 2 changes9:40 3h40 Welwyn Garden City 13:20 Blackburn £133 1 One-way 2 changes
7:40 3h40 Welwyn Garden City 11:20 Blackburn £133 1 One-way 2 changes8:40 3h40 Welwyn Garden City 12:20 Blackburn £133 1 One-way 2 changes9:40 3h40 Welwyn Garden City 13:20 Blackburn £133 1 One-way 2 changes10:40 3h40 Welwyn Garden City 14:20 Blackburn £133 1 One-way 2 changes11:40 3h40 Welwyn Garden City 15:20 Blackburn £133 1 One-way 2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn and enjoy the approximately 265 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 07:40, the last at 11:40.
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 265 km |
First train 7:40 |
Last train 11:40 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 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
Frequently asked questions about your Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn.
The train distance from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn is 265 km.
The first train from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn leaves at 7:40.
The last train from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn departs at 11:40.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn.
Live departures
Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn trains for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:40 Welwyn Garden City | 3h40 | 20:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 17:28 Welwyn Garden City | 3h52 | 21:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 18:28 Welwyn Garden City | 3h52 | 22:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 19:28 Welwyn Garden City | 3h52 | 23:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 23:42 Welwyn Garden City | 7h38 | 7:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 4:40 Welwyn Garden City | 4h40 | 9:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 6:38 Welwyn Garden City | 3h42 | 10:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 7:40 Welwyn Garden City | 3h40 | 11:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 8:40 Welwyn Garden City | 3h40 | 12:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 9:40 Welwyn Garden City | 3h40 | 13:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 10:40 Welwyn Garden City | 3h40 | 14:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 11:40 Welwyn Garden City | 3h40 | 15:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 12:40 Welwyn Garden City | 3h40 | 16:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 13:40 Welwyn Garden City | 3h40 | 17:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 14:40 Welwyn Garden City | 3h40 | 18:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
| 15:40 Welwyn Garden City | 3h40 | 19:20 Blackburn | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Great Northern from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn trainsGreat Northern trains will get you between Welwyn Garden City and Blackburn. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Northern Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Great Northern Price
£133
Great Northern frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the 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 with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Welwyn Garden City and Blackburn
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn.
There is no night train service from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn.
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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.
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The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn offers pleasant views of the English countryside, including rolling hills and charming villages, particularly as you pass through areas like the Peak District. However, it is not typically highlighted as one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
FAQs: Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City 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.
Booking trains from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn Garden City and Blackburn
Most Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn trains use the Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn station pair. Use this guide to compare Welwyn Garden City and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Welwyn Garden City
Arrival train stations in Blackburn
Which Welwyn Garden City station do trains to Blackburn leave from?
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn leave from Welwyn Garden City. The station is from Welwyn Garden City city centre at Welwyn Garden City station, inside The Howard Centre shopping mall, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6HA.
Welwyn Garden CityWelwyn Garden City station, inside The Howard Centre shopping mall, Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6HA
City-centre transport
Getting to Welwyn Garden City from Welwyn Garden City city centre
Bus302, 405 · 2m · £2 · every ~5 min
Welwyn Garden City train station facilities and services
Welwyn Garden City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Welwyn Garden City.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Welwyn Garden City. ATMs are available at Welwyn Garden City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Welwyn Garden City.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Welwyn Garden City: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Welwyn Garden City: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Welwyn Garden City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Blackburn station do trains from Welwyn Garden City arrive at?
Trains from Welwyn Garden City 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.
Train stations for Welwyn Garden City to Blackburn
Check train stations information for Welwyn Garden City and Blackburn, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Welwyn Garden City that goes to Blackburn is Welwyn Garden City, and it arrives at Blackburn.
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