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Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery
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The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Blackburn
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 27 Oct
Cheapest price on 27 Oct
£22
Average ticket price on 27 Oct
£31
Fastest journey on 27 Oct
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 27 Oct
3 h 24 m
Trains on 27 Oct
5
Distance
95 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Blackburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Blackburn will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Fast trains
To travel from York to Blackburn you need to make at least one change.
NT089100 · L89535 · G889585:363h44York station (YRK)9:20Blackburn station (BBN)£221One-way2 changes
TP282900+C31729 · P241082:154h56York station (YRK)7:11Blackburn station (BBN)£331One-way2 changes- TP282500+G889555:452h35York station (YRK)8:20Blackburn station (BBN)£331One-way1 change
- TP282800+G889514:402h40York station (YRK)7:20Blackburn station (BBN)£331One-way1 change
- TP282700+L89244 · P241145:053h05York station (YRK)8:10Blackburn station (BBN)£331One-way2 changes
- TP282500+G889555:452h35York station (YRK)8:20Blackburn station (BBN)£331One-way1 change
- TP282800+G889514:402h40York station (YRK)7:20Blackburn station (BBN)£331One-way1 change
- TP282700+L89244 · P241145:053h05York station (YRK)8:10Blackburn station (BBN)£331One-way2 changes
- NT089100 · L89535 · G889585:363h44York station (YRK)9:20Blackburn station (BBN)£221One-way2 changes
- TP282900+C31729 · P241082:154h56York station (YRK)7:11Blackburn station (BBN)£331One-way2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from York to Blackburn and enjoy the approximately 95 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 01:52, the last at 23:07.
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 95 km |
First train 1:52 |
Last train 23:07 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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
Frequently asked questions about your York to Blackburn trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from York to Blackburn.
The train distance from York to Blackburn is 95 km.
The first train from York to Blackburn leaves at 1:52.
The last train from York to Blackburn departs at 23:07.
Yes, there is a direct train between York and Blackburn. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Trains Limited.
Live departures
York to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Blackburn trains for today, Monday 26 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 14:49 York | 2h15 | 17:04 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| 15:21 York | 2h12 | 17:33 Blackburn | 1 change | |
 | 15:24 York | 1h56 | 17:20 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:49 York | 2h18 | 18:07 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| 16:21 York | 2h13 | 18:34 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| 16:24 York | 1h56 | 18:20 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:48 York | 2h17 | 19:05 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| 17:24 York | 1h56 | 19:20 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:45 York | 2h19 | 20:04 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| 18:21 York | 2h12 | 20:33 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| 18:24 York | 1h56 | 20:20 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:50 York | 2h14 | 21:04 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| 19:21 York | 2h13 | 21:34 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| 19:24 York | 1h56 | 21:20 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:20 York | 2h14 | 22:34 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| 20:23 York | 1h57 | 22:20 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:56 York | 3h07 | 0:03 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| 21:24 York | 1h56 | 23:20 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:06 York | 2h10 | 0:16 Blackburn | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 27 October | |||||
| C31729 · P24108+TP282900 | 2:15 York station (YRK) | 4h56 | 7:11 Blackburn station (BBN) | 2 changes | |
| G88951+TP282800 | 4:40 York station (YRK) | 2h40 | 7:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
| L89244 · P24114+TP282700 | 5:05 York station (YRK) | 3h05 | 8:10 Blackburn station (BBN) | 2 changes | |
| NT089100 · L89535 · G88958 | 5:36 York station (YRK) | 3h44 | 9:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 2 changes | |
| G88955+TP282500 | 5:45 York station (YRK) | 2h35 | 8:20 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from York to Blackburn trainsNorthern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between York 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
1h 56m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£14
Northern Trains Limited frequency
8 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
2h 3m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£33
TransPennine Express frequency
16 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between York 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 York to Blackburn.
There is no night train service from York to Blackburn.
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
Haworth Art Gallery in Accrington shows fine and decorative art in a historic house, with attractive grounds and changing exhibitions.
The Lewis Textile Museum
The Lewis Textile Museum explores Blackburn’s cotton heritage through machinery, displays, and practical insight into the town’s industrial past.
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Corporation Park
Corporation Park is a Victorian park with formal gardens, lakes, sports areas, and elevated views, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
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Witton Country Park
Witton Country Park offers broad green space, woodland paths, riverside walks, and family-friendly trails on the western edge of Blackburn.
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Roddlesworth and Tockholes
The moorland routes around Roddlesworth and Tockholes offer reservoirs, woodland, and panoramic walking country popular with local hikers.
- Gluten-free
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.
Transdev Go
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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.
Plan your visit to Blackburn
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Blackburn.
The train journey from York to Blackburn offers a scenic experience as it passes through parts of the picturesque Yorkshire Dales, providing views of rolling hills and charming countryside landscapes.
FAQs: York to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York 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 York to Blackburn.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in York and Blackburn
Most York to Blackburn trains use the York to Blackburn station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Blackburn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in York
Arrival train stations in Blackburn
Which York station do trains to Blackburn leave from?
Trains from York to Blackburn leave from York. The station is 1 km from York city centre at York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB.
YorkYork station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB+44 800 200 6060
City-centre transport
Getting to York from York city centre
BusY12, Y14, 15, X15 · 4m · £3 · every ~4 min
37 · 7m
Cs · 28m · £4 · every ~5 min
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Blackburn station do trains from York arrive at?
Trains from York 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 York to Blackburn
Check train stations information for York and Blackburn, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in York that goes to Blackburn is York, and it arrives at Blackburn.
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