St Helens to Blackburn by train
| First train | 06:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:59 | |
| Departure station | St Helens | |
| Arrival station | Blackburn | |
| Journey time | From 1h 3m | |
| Distance | 23 miles (36 km) | |
| Frequency | 37 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from St Helens to Blackburn in 1 hour 3 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from St Helens to Blackburn? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 23 miles (36 km) from St Helens to Blackburn by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 3 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 37 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to Blackburn. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from St Helens to Blackburn in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Blackburn by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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