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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Blackburn (BBN)

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34

train journeys
per day

23

miles (37 kms)

2hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

05:41 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Blackburn (BBN)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Blackburn , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Blackburn is approximately 23 miles (37 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 15 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Blackburn.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Blackburn. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Blackburn Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:41
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    08:34
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    2 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    09:00
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    06:46
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    09:34
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    07:16
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:00
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    07:46
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    10:34
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    08:16
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    11:00
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    08:46
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:34
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    09:16
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:00
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    09:46
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    12:34
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    10:16
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    13:00
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    10:46
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:34
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    11:16
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    14:00
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    14:34
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    12:16
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    15:00
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    12:46
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    15:34
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    13:16
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    16:00
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    13:46
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    16:34
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    14:16
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    17:00
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    14:46
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    17:34
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    15:16
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    17:51
    Birkdale
    Blackburn
    Birkdale to Blackburn

About Birkdale Station

Station name Birkdale (BDL)
Address Birkdale station, Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR8 4AF
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:27 - 00:32
Tuesday 05:27 - 00:32
Wednesday 05:27 - 00:32
Thursday 05:27 - 00:32
Friday 05:27 - 00:32
Saturday 05:27 - 00:32
Sunday 07:47 - 00:32
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Blackburn Station

Station name Blackburn (BBN)
Address Blackburn station, Railway Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 1EX
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 06:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 06:40 - 18:00
Thursday 06:40 - 18:00
Friday 06:40 - 19:00
Saturday 06:40 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Blackburn

The travel time between Birkdale and Blackburn by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Blackburn vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Blackburn can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birkdale & Blackburn. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Blackburn.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birkdale and Blackburn, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.