Trains from Blackburn to Manchester

Blackburn to Manchester train information

Which operators can I use?

Find your ticket on gopili to identify the different operators for your train connecting Blackburn (North West England) to Manchester (North West England). The services on board may vary depending on the rail operator.

How long is the train?

There are 21 miles between Blackburn to Manchester. Travelling by train is normally the fastest solution to go to Manchester from Blackburn, and it’s also a greener option than taking your car or using the plane.

What is the price of the train?

Depending how long in advance you buy your ticket or the day and hour of travel, the cost of the train may change.

Best prices for Blackburn to Manchester train tickets

Blackburn - Manchester prices calendar

Find the cheapest tickets to travel from Blackburn to Manchester by train, bus, ride sharing and plane.

Blackburn - Manchester: the best time to book cheap trains

Price of the ticket when booking in advance or at the last minute

The Prices for train tickets Blackburn to Manchester will increase the closer you get to your departure day. If we look at our data, if you book your seat 7 days in advance, tickets should be available from £10 whereas when buying your ticket on the day you're travelling, you will need to spend at least £11 for your journey. Thus, you can save 11% on the price of your ticket by purchasing your seat 7 days in advance rather than on the day you're travelling.

The results are based on the best fares found over the past 6 months when buying in advance versus at the last minute.

Best prices for Blackburn to Manchester trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Blackburn and Manchester by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Manchester to Blackburn and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

Discount Blackburn - Manchester train tickets

The most efficient way to pay less on your Blackburn Manchester train ticket may be to get a railcard. While regional railcards can be obtained in some areas, National railcards enable you to save money on most rail fares across the country. Everyone is eligible to at least 1 of the railcard, even non-UK residents. National railcards available: 16-25 discount card, Senior railcard, Two together discount card, Family and Friends railcard and Disabled persons discount card.

What are the benefits of a railcard?

When getting a railcard, the idea is to make savings after several journeys. But is it really relevant when travelling from Blackburn to Manchester? Grab your calculator, considering:

A = the cost of the railcard (i.e.: £30)

B = average discount offered by the railcard (i.e.: 34%)

C = average fare for a Blackburn Manchester ticket (i.e.: £50.00)(1)

Start by dividing A by B: this will give you the budget from which the card will be worthwile. Then divide that number by C. You will see the average number of journeys needed per year to be profitable.

In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£50.00 = 1.76. Your railcard will be worth the investment after on average 2 trips from Blackburn to Manchester (one way trip).

What is the cost of a railcard?

The cost to purchase a Disabled persons railcard is £20 while it will cost you £30 to get a 16-25, Two together, Family and Friends or the Senior railcard. All of them enable you to get a third off most train fares for a complete year.

⁽¹⁾Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey