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Compare coach and train for Wigan to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 25 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (36m by train vs 45m by car). Tickets start at around £20 compared to roughly £6 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.
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FAQs: Wigan to Blackburn
Travel to Blackburn easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Wigan to Blackburn.
- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Wigan and Blackburn as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Wigan North Western (WGN) and arrive in Blackburn station (BBN).
- Travel with Northern Rail to go to Blackburn by train.
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