How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Blackburn?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Blackburn start from £4. The average price for this train route is around £13. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Blackburn?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Blackburn is 1h 16m, covering a distance of 21 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 48m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Blackburn route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 21 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Blackburn?

The earliest train from Manchester to Blackburn departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:14.

Train Manchester to Blackburn from £3

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Blackburn on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:04	Manchester Victoria	1h 8m	08:12	Blackburn	Cheapest
Train	07:15	Manchester Victoria	49m	08:04	Blackburn	Fastest
Train	07:43	Manchester Victoria	51m	08:34	Blackburn	No tags
Train	07:56	Deansgate	1h 4m	09:00	Blackburn	No tags
Train	08:04	Manchester Victoria	1h 8m	09:12	Blackburn	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 09:43 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Blackburn

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Blackburn. The journey takes about 1 hour 16 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21train per day

1h 16mAverage duration

21 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £12	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£4 - £33	Average duration1h 16m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £3	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at £4

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Blackburn by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Blackburn?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Blackburn start from £4. The average price for this train route is around £13. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Blackburn?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Blackburn is 1h 16m, covering a distance of 21 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 48m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Blackburn route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 21 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Blackburn?
The earliest train from Manchester to Blackburn departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:14.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

£6

10/12

£7

Today

£8

12/12

£7

13/12

£4

14/12

£4

15/12

No data

16/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Blackburn was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £4

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Blackburn as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £4 to £31 for a train ticket from Manchester to Blackburn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-12-13.