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Westhoughton to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for Westhoughton to Blackburn trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 13:17 Westhoughton | 0h47 | 14:04 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| 13:49 Westhoughton | 0h44 | 14:33 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| 14:17 Westhoughton | 0h47 | 15:04 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| 14:49 Westhoughton | 0h44 | 15:33 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| 15:17 Westhoughton | 0h47 | 16:04 Blackburn | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Westhoughton to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Westhoughton to Blackburn and enjoy the approximately 23 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 23:04.
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 23 km |
First train 6:17 |
Last train 23:04 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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 Trains Limited from Westhoughton to Blackburn trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Westhoughton and Blackburn. 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
43m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£10
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Blackburn
Things to do in Blackburn
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Roddlesworth and Tockholes
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Blackburn Curry
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Meat And Potato Pie
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Chorley Cake
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Exchange Coffee Company
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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.
FAQs: Westhoughton to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Westhoughton 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 train distance from Westhoughton to Blackburn is 23 km.
The first train from Westhoughton to Blackburn leaves at 6:17.
The last train from Westhoughton to Blackburn departs at 23:04.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Westhoughton to Blackburn.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Westhoughton to Blackburn.
To travel from Westhoughton to Blackburn, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Westhoughton to Blackburn.
The train station in Westhoughton that goes to Blackburn is Westhoughton station (WHG), and it arrives at Blackburn station (BBN).
Booking trains from Westhoughton 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 Westhoughton to Blackburn offers pleasant views of the Lancashire countryside, with stretches of green fields, small towns, and occasional glimpses of local wildlife, providing a moderately scenic experience.
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 Westhoughton to Blackburn.
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Important Stations and Airports in Westhoughton and Blackburn
Most Westhoughton to Blackburn trains use the Westhoughton to Blackburn station pair. Use this guide to compare Westhoughton and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Westhoughton
Arrival train stations in Blackburn
Which Westhoughton station do trains to Blackburn leave from?
Trains from Westhoughton to Blackburn leave from Westhoughton. The station is 1 km from Westhoughton city centre at Westhoughton station, Church Street, Westhoughton, Greater Manchester, BL5 3LE.
WesthoughtonWesthoughton station, Church Street, Westhoughton, Greater Manchester, BL5 3LE
City-centre transport
Getting to Westhoughton from Westhoughton city centre
Bus919, 932, 931, 942, 915, 516, 521 · 1m · £2 · every ~6 min
Westhoughton train station facilities and services
Westhoughton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Westhoughton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Westhoughton: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Westhoughton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile paving at this station - access to both platforms is via steep ramps only, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Blackburn station do trains from Westhoughton arrive at?
Trains from Westhoughton 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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