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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a train costs an average of £175.
Distance: 325 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£175 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Blackburn:
A coach is £120 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Blackburn costing on average £175.
Other travel options to Blackburn take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 50m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (4h 35m by train vs 4h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £175 compared to roughly £64 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Blackburn from Southampton by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Southampton to Blackburn is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Blackburn are Manchester, Liverpool, Preston, Leeds and Bolton. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Blackburn on Omio.
Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.
Preston is a Lancashire city known for its industrial heritage, lively student population and the Harris Museum. Its centre blends Victorian character with modern shops and cafés, while riverside parks soften the urban feel.
Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.
Bolton is a Greater Manchester town known for its industrial heritage, lively market culture and football links. It combines Victorian architecture and local museums with quick access to the West Pennine Moors.
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This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Blackburn:
A coach is £120 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Blackburn costing on average £175.
Other travel options to Blackburn take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 50m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Southampton and Blackburn as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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