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It takes an average of 4h 32m to travel from Newcastle to Blackburn by train, over a distance of around 91 miles (147 km). There are normally 97 trains per day travelling from Newcastle to Blackburn and tickets for this journey start from £14.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:48 | |
| Departure station | Newcastle | |
| Arrival station | Blackburn | |
| Journey time | From 3h 2m | |
| Distance | 91 miles (147 km) | |
| Frequency | 97 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £14.10 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Newcastle to Blackburn in 3 hours 2 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Newcastle to Blackburn? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 32 minutes to travel the 91 miles (147 km) from Newcastle to Blackburn by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 2 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 97 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express 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 Newcastle to Blackburn in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £14.10. 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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How do I find cheap train tickets from Newcastle to Blackburn?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.