Cardiff to Blackburn by train

  • First train
    04:35
  • Last train
    21:55
  • Avg changes
    1
  • Fastest journey
    4hr 5m
  • Distance
    258 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    31
  • Avg. journey time
    6hr 32m
  • Train operators
Prices explained

At Rail Europe we believe in price transparency. We use real data from Rail Europe searches to estimate the cheapest fares you should be able to find for your journey.

The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

More popular journeys include 30 days in advance and 7 days in advance prices. These are updated every two weeks using prices we've found by searching exactly 7 or 30 days from the most recent Thursday (we picked Thursday because this is when average prices are usually found).

30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

Prices are sourced in GBP and converted to other currencies using the daily market exchange rate.

We're always seeking to improve how price-checking works, and we welcome feedback on how we can make it better.

Discover Cardiff to Blackburn by train

Planning a train adventure from Cardiff to Blackburn? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train travel between Cardiff and Blackburn: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Cardiff to Blackburn:

  • Cheapest tickets: £52.40

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 2 and a half months in advance.

Cardiff to Blackburn daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Blackburn on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 31 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 04:35: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 21:55: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 04:35: departure of first train on weekends

  • 21:22: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 32 minutes: frequency of train departures

Cardiff to Blackburn train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 258 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 4 hours and 5 minutes.

Booking time frame: Cardiff to Blackburn trains

Tickets for travel to Blackburn along this route are available for purchase 2 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Learn even more about travelling from Cardiff to Blackburn by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Blackburn.

FAQs about the train journey from Cardiff to Blackburn

Want to know more about your journey from Cardiff to Blackburn? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What’s the distance from Cardiff to Blackburn by train?

The train route from Cardiff to Blackburn covers 258 kilometres.

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

The cheapest ticket on this route is £52.40. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Cardiff to Blackburn?

Tickets for this journey become available 2 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Blackburn?

The quickest journey is 4 hours and 5 minutes.

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