How much is the train ticket from Blackburn to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Blackburn to Manchester start at $7. The average price for this train route is around $19. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Blackburn to Manchester?

The average train trip from Blackburn to Manchester takes 1h 12m and covers 45 km. The quickest train gets you there in 48m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Blackburn to Manchester route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Blackburn to Manchester departs at 7:17am. The latest train departs at 11:20pm.

Train Blackburn to Manchester from $6

Next train departures

Next departures for Blackburn to Manchester on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:20pm	Blackburn	1h 5m	5:25pm	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	8:18am	Blackburn	49m	9:07am	Manchester Victoria	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Blackburn	50m	8:07am	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	7:18am	Blackburn	1h 7m	8:25am	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	7:47am	Blackburn	52m	8:39am	Manchester Victoria	No tags

Next departures for Blackburn to Manchester on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:20pm	Blackburn	1h 5m	4:25pm	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	8:18am	Blackburn	49m	9:07am	Manchester Victoria	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Blackburn	50m	8:07am	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	7:18am	Blackburn	1h 7m	8:25am	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	7:47am	Blackburn	52m	8:39am	Manchester Victoria	No tags

Next departures for Blackburn to Manchester on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:48pm	Blackburn	51m	4:39pm	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	8:18am	Blackburn	49m	9:07am	Manchester Victoria	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Blackburn	50m	8:07am	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	7:18am	Blackburn	1h 7m	8:25am	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	7:47am	Blackburn	52m	8:39am	Manchester Victoria	No tags

Next departures for Blackburn to Manchester on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:48am	Blackburn	51m	9:39am	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	8:18am	Blackburn	49m	9:07am	Manchester Victoria	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Blackburn	50m	8:07am	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	7:18am	Blackburn	1h 7m	8:25am	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	7:47am	Blackburn	52m	8:39am	Manchester Victoria	No tags

Next departures for Blackburn to Manchester on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:07am	Blackburn	1h 17m	9:24am	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	8:48am	Blackburn	50m	9:38am	Manchester Victoria	Fastest
Train	10:07am	Blackburn	1h 17m	11:24am	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	10:48am	Blackburn	50m	11:38am	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	4:07pm	Blackburn	1h 17m	5:24pm	Manchester Victoria	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 1:10 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Blackburn to Manchester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 25mAverage Duration

35 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $21	Average Duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $55	Average Duration1h 12m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $6	Average Duration40m	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 WiFi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at $7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Blackburn to Manchester by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Blackburn to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Blackburn to Manchester start at $7. The average price for this train route is around $19. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Blackburn to Manchester?
The average train trip from Blackburn to Manchester takes 1h 12m and covers 45 km. The quickest train gets you there in 48m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Blackburn to Manchester route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Blackburn to Manchester?
The earliest train from Blackburn to Manchester departs at 7:17am. The latest train departs at 11:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-29

$12

11-30

$18

Today

$29

12-02

$14

12-03

$14

12-04

$10

12-05

$9

12-06

$7

The cheapest trip from Blackburn to Manchester was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $7

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

You can expect to pay from $7 to $35 for a train ticket from Blackburn to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $7 which is on 2025-12-06.