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

The cheapest train tickets from Blackburn to Preston start from £4. The average price for this train route is around £9. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Blackburn to Preston?

The average train journey time from Blackburn to Preston is 27m, covering a distance of 10 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 17m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Blackburn to Preston route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Blackburn to Preston departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 22:57.

Train Blackburn to Preston from £3

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Blackburn to Preston on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:21	Blackburn	18m	21:39	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	21:36	Blackburn	27m	22:03	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	22:20	Blackburn	18m	22:38	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	22:36	Blackburn	28m	23:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	23:20	Blackburn	19m	23:39	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Blackburn to Preston

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

20mAverage duration

9 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration38m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£4 - £10	Average duration27m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £3	Average duration20m	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, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Blackburn to Preston 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 Blackburn to Preston?
The cheapest train tickets from Blackburn to Preston start from £4. The average price for this train route is around £9. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Blackburn to Preston?
The average train journey time from Blackburn to Preston is 27m, covering a distance of 10 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 17m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Blackburn to Preston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Blackburn to Preston?
The earliest train from Blackburn to Preston departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 22:57.

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

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£3

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£8

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£4

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£3

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The cheapest trip from Blackburn to Preston was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £3

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

You can expect to pay from £3 to £9 for a train ticket from Blackburn to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £3, which is on 2025-12-04.