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Croydon to Blackburn by train
| First train | 20:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:11 | |
| Departure station | Croydon | |
| Arrival station | Blackburn | |
| Journey time | From 9h 29m | |
| Distance | 192 miles (309 km) | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southern |
Taking the train from Croydon to Blackburn in 9 hours 29 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Croydon to Blackburn? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 10 hours 14 minutes to travel the 192 miles (309 km) from Croydon to Blackburn by train, although you can get there in as little as 9 hours 29 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Blackburn. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Croydon to Blackburn in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
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 Blackburn by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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