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Blackburn to Birmingham by train
It takes an average of 3h 34m to travel from Blackburn to Birmingham by train, over a distance of around 90 miles (146 km). There are normally 54 trains per day traveling from Blackburn to Birmingham and tickets for this journey start from $24.02 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:18 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:36 pm | |
| Departure station | Blackburn | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham | |
| Journey time | From 2h 27m | |
| Distance | 90 miles (146 km) | |
| Frequency | 54 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $24.02 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Traveling from Blackburn to Birmingham by train
Looking to travel from Blackburn to Birmingham by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 34 minutes to travel from Blackburn to Birmingham by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 27 minutes though. You'll usually find 54 trains per day running along the 146 km route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Birmingham, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Blackburn to Birmingham start from $24.02 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Birmingham by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Blackburn to Birmingham
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Blackburn to Birmingham is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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