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

The average train ticket price from Manchester to Blackburn is $15. The best way to find train tickets from Manchester to Blackburn is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Manchester to Blackburn?

A train trip between Manchester and Blackburn is around 1h 16m, although the fastest train will take about 48m. This is the time it takes to travel the 22 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Manchester and Blackburn?

The number of trains from Manchester to Blackburn can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Manchester to Blackburn by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Manchester to Blackburn?

When taking the train from Manchester to Blackburn, you can travel comfortably and safely with Northern.

Train Manchester to Blackburn from $4

Next train departures

Next departures for Manchester to Blackburn on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:04pm	Manchester Victoria	1h 5m	4:09pm	Blackburn	Cheapest
Train	3:15pm	Manchester Victoria	49m	4:04pm	Blackburn	Fastest
Train	3:43pm	Manchester Victoria	51m	4:34pm	Blackburn	No tags
Train	3:56pm	Deansgate	1h 4m	5:00pm	Blackburn	No tags
Train	4:04pm	Manchester Victoria	1h 8m	5:12pm	Blackburn	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Blackburn on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:04pm	Manchester Victoria	1h 5m	4:09pm	Blackburn	Cheapest
Train	7:15am	Manchester Victoria	49m	8:04am	Blackburn	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Manchester Victoria	1h 8m	8:12am	Blackburn	No tags
Train	7:43am	Manchester Victoria	51m	8:34am	Blackburn	No tags
Train	7:56am	Deansgate	1h 4m	9:00am	Blackburn	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Blackburn on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Manchester Victoria	1h 8m	8:12am	Blackburn	Cheapest
Train	7:15am	Manchester Victoria	49m	8:04am	Blackburn	Fastest
Train	7:43am	Manchester Victoria	51m	8:34am	Blackburn	No tags
Train	7:56am	Deansgate	1h 4m	9:00am	Blackburn	No tags
Train	8:04am	Manchester Victoria	1h 8m	9:12am	Blackburn	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Blackburn on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:00am	Manchester Victoria	1h 36m	11:36am	Blackburn	Cheapest
Train	9:08am	Deansgate	1h 12m	10:20am	Blackburn	Fastest
Train	9:20am	Manchester Victoria	1h 37m	10:57am	Blackburn	No tags
Train	10:20am	Manchester Victoria	1h 37m	11:57am	Blackburn	No tags
Train	3:07pm	Deansgate	1h 13m	4:20pm	Blackburn	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Blackburn on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:04pm	Manchester Victoria	1h 5m	4:09pm	Blackburn	Cheapest
Train	7:15am	Manchester Victoria	49m	8:04am	Blackburn	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Manchester Victoria	1h 8m	8:12am	Blackburn	No tags
Train	7:43am	Manchester Victoria	51m	8:34am	Blackburn	No tags
Train	7:56am	Deansgate	1h 4m	9:00am	Blackburn	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Blackburn on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Manchester Victoria	1h 8m	8:12am	Blackburn	Cheapest
Train	7:15am	Manchester Victoria	49m	8:04am	Blackburn	Fastest
Train	7:43am	Manchester Victoria	51m	8:34am	Blackburn	No tags
Train	7:56am	Deansgate	1h 4m	9:00am	Blackburn	No tags
Train	8:04am	Manchester Victoria	1h 8m	9:12am	Blackburn	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:57 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Blackburn

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Blackburn. The journey takes about 1 hour 16 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day

1h 16mAverage Duration

28 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $15	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$5 - $43	Average Duration1h 16m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$4 - $4	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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at $5

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Blackburn by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/16

$10

11/17

$7

Today

$8

11/19

$7

11/20

$7

11/21

$7

11/22

No data

11/23

$6

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Blackburn was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $6

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 $6 to $40 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 $6 which is on 2025-11-23.