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Sittingbourne to Blackburn by train

First train

19:10

Last train

20:10

Departure station

Sittingbourne

Arrival station

Blackburn

Journey time

From 12h 9m

Distance

214 miles (344 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Southeastern

How to travel from Sittingbourne to Blackburn by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Sittingbourne to Blackburn? Look no further.

You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Sittingbourne and Blackburn, which usually take 13 hours 11 minutes to complete the 214 miles (344 km) journey. It can take as little as 12 hours 9 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Blackburn by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. Both East Midlands Railway and Southeastern trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Sittingbourne to Blackburn if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Blackburn? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Sittingbourne to Blackburn

Want to know more about your journey from Sittingbourne to Blackburn? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Blackburn from Sittingbourne?

To travel to Blackburn from Sittingbourne, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 13 hours and 11 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 12 hours and 9 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Sittingbourne to Blackburn?

Trains from Sittingbourne to Blackburn take an average of 13 hours and 11 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 12 hours and 9 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Sittingbourne and Blackburn by train?

The quickest journey time between Sittingbourne and Blackburn by train is 12 hours and 9 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Sittingbourne to Blackburn?

No, there are no direct trains running from Sittingbourne to Blackburn, you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Sittingbourne to Blackburn

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

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 Sittingbourne to Blackburn 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.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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