Bristol to Blackburn by train

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Overview: trains from Bristol to Blackburn

Find the key information for travelling by train from Bristol to Blackburn, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:41 View journey
Last train 22:56 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 46m View journey
Distance (km) 249
Trains / day 27 View all
Cheapest journey US$125.00 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 15m
Train operators 8

Explore Bristol to Blackburn by train

Thinking about travelling from Bristol to Blackburn by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost between Bristol and Blackburn

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: US$125.00

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Train times for travel from Bristol to Blackburn

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 06:27 and the last departure is 22:10. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:41 and the last train leaves at 22:56. On average, a total of 27 trains make this journey each day.

Train duration for trips from Bristol to Blackburn

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 46 minutes, crossing a total distance of 249 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Bristol and Blackburn?

You can secure tickets for travel between Bristol and Blackburn up to 2 and a half months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Learn even more about travelling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Blackburn

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

The total distance between Bristol and Blackburn by train is 249 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.