Explore Carlisle to Blackburn by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Carlisle to Blackburn aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Cost of a train ticket between Carlisle and Blackburn

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €27.95. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 3 and a half months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Carlisle to Blackburn daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Blackburn on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 52 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 01:41: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 21:26: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 05:44: departure of first train on weekends

  • 20:36: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 17 minutes: frequency of train departures

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Carlisle to Blackburn?

On this route spanning 131 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Booking time frame: Carlisle to Blackburn trains

Tickets for travel to Blackburn along this route are available for purchase 3 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.

Further insights on trains from Carlisle to Blackburn

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Blackburn city guide.

Frequently asked questions

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

The train route from Carlisle to Blackburn covers 131 kilometres.

What is the Carlisle to Blackburn train price?

The lowest price available on this route is €27.95. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

How far in advance can I book my Carlisle to Blackburn train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 3 and a half months before the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Carlisle to Blackburn by train?

The fastest journey is 1 hour and 40 minutes.