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Compare train and coach for Accrington to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Accrington to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a coach costs an average of $6.
Distance: 8 km
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39m Average total duration Fastest 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Accrington to Blackburn train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 12:38 am
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 5:12 pm Accrington | 0h07 | 5:19 pm Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 pm Accrington | 0h11 | 8:11 pm Blackburn | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Accrington to Blackburn
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Accrington to Blackburn run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 if you book in advance.
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 8 km |
Average train duration 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:24 |
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 (3) from Accrington to Blackburn trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Accrington and Blackburn from $3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
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 Duration
7m
Cheapest Price
$6
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 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
FAQs: Accrington to Blackburn train
FAQs: Travel by train from Accrington 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 Accrington to Blackburn.
Cheap train tickets from Accrington to Blackburn can start from as little as $5 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Accrington to Blackburn is $7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Accrington to Blackburn train time is 7 min covering the 8 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Accrington to Blackburn leaves at 5: 45am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Accrington to Blackburn leaves at 11: 24pm.
Yes, there are 4 direct trains a day from Accrington to Blackburn with Northern Rail (3). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the best Accrington to Blackburn train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Northern Rail (3). However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Accrington to Blackburn to compare what amenities they may offer.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Accrington, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Blackburn, located away from the city centre.
A day trip to Blackburn from Accrington is worth doing with a journey time of 7 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Accrington to Blackburn is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Accrington and Blackburn including taking a coach or train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Accrington and Blackburn
Accrington
Blackburn
The major train station for departures in Accrington is Accrington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Accrington for your trip from Accrington to Blackburn.
Accrington
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 15:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, Platform 1: Scooter Friendly Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - step free access from Paxton Street, up steep 50m ramp with handrail or past the car park and a shallower ramp. Platform 2: step free access up gently sloping footpath from Eagle Street. Ticket office is on Leeds/Colne Platform (1), with stepped footbridge between platforms comprising of 25 steps up and 24 steps down with rest platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations Tel: 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machine is on Platform 2 near the foot bridge
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, next to ticket office
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Accrington
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Eagel Street, next to entrance to station carpark.
The major train station for arrivals in Blackburn is Blackburn. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackburn for your journey to Blackburn from Accrington.
Blackburn
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 06:40 - 18:00 Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Blackburn
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement pick up/drop off will be in the Vue Cinema Car Park at the rear of the Station
Cherry Tree
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Preston platform: From Green Lane down 50 metre ramps with handrail to platform. Colne platform: Step free access from Green Lane. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Cherry Tree
- Onward travel information: contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses towards Blackburn stop on Preston Old Road at the junction of Geddes Street. Buses towards Preston stop near to the junction of Cecilia Road and Preston Old Road
Mill Hill (Lancs)
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Mill Hill (Lancs)
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on New Chapel Street above the station (Station side for Blackburn, opposite side for Preston)
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