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The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Blackburn
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
3 h 15 m
Trains on 12 Sept
1
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 £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Fast trains
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 1 trains from York to Blackburn, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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.
5:053h15York8:20Blackburn£171One-way0 changes
- 5:053h15York8:20Blackburn£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for York to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £33, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 95 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from York to Blackburn is a train with an average price of £33.
The fastest way to travel from York to Blackburn is by train with an average journey time of 1h 59m.
Other travel options to Blackburn take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 18m.
Yes, you can take a train between York and Blackburn.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-13.63. The journey takes 1h 59m versus 1h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
York to Blackburn train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Blackburn trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 13:24 York | 1h56 | 15:20 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:24 York | 1h56 | 17:20 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
| 5:05 York | 3h15 | 8:20 Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Blackburn run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:52, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 1h 56m.
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 |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 1:52 |
Last train 23:07 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
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
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from York to Blackburn trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between York and Blackburn from £14. 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 Northern Rail Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£17
Northern Rail frequency
8 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 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
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.
- Recommended
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.
- Recommended
Witton Country Park
Witton Country Park offers broad green space, woodland paths, riverside walks, and family-friendly trails on the western edge of Blackburn.
- Recommended
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.
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.
The cost of a train ticket from York to Blackburn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £33.
The train journey from York to Blackburn covers a distance of 95 km and takes approximately 1h 56m. Trains run 9 per day.
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.
Trains from York to Blackburn run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from York to Blackburn.
Yes, there is a direct train between York and Blackburn. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
To travel from York to Blackburn, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from York to Blackburn.
The train station in York that goes to Blackburn is York station (YRK), and it arrives at Blackburn station (BBN).
The cheapest way to get from York to Blackburn is by train, costing approximately £14.
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.
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.
A day trip from York to Blackburn is possible. The journey takes 1h 56m, covering 95 km, with trains running 6 times per day.
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 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, with some services arriving at Mill Hill (Lancs). 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 most often arrive at Blackburn. Some services arrive at Mill Hill (Lancs), so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Blackburn arrival station.
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.
Mill Hill (Lancs)Mill Hill station, Chapel Street, Mill Hill, Lancashire, BB2 2QY
City-centre transport
Getting to Mill Hill (Lancs) from Blackburn city centre
Mill Hill (Lancs) is 1 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainColne - Blackpool South, Colne - Preston, York - Blackpool North, Blackburn - Blackpool North, Leeds - Blackpool North, Burnley Central - Preston · 2m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus4 · 11m · every ~12 min
Mill Hill (Lancs) train station facilities and services
Mill Hill (Lancs) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mill Hill (Lancs): Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mill Hill (Lancs): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category C Station, Acces to platform down 30 steps with rest platform and handrail. Island platform accessed only by stairs, 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.
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