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Trains from Runcorn East (RUE) to Blackburn (BBN)

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25

train journeys
per day

30

miles (48 kms)

1hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

00:06 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Runcorn East (RUE) to Blackburn (BBN)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn East and Blackburn , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn East to Blackburn is approximately 30 miles (48 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 22 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn East and Blackburn.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn East to Blackburn. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 52 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Runcorn East to Blackburn

Journeys from Runcorn East to Blackburn Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    00:06
    6 hrs 57 mins3 changes
    07:03
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:11
    1 hrs 53 mins2 changes
    08:04
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:40
    1 hrs 54 mins1 change
    08:34
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:11
    1 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    08:50
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:40
    1 hrs 54 mins1 change
    09:34
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:12
    1 hrs 38 mins2 changes
    09:50
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:40
    1 hrs 53 mins1 change
    10:33
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:11
    1 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    10:50
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:12
    1 hrs 38 mins2 changes
    11:50
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:11
    1 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    12:50
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:11
    1 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    13:50
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:11
    1 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    14:50
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:11
    1 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    15:50
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:11
    1 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    16:50
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:11
    1 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    17:50
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:10
    1 hrs 40 mins2 changes
    18:50
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:40
    1 hrs 54 mins1 change
    19:34
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:11
    1 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    19:50
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:40
    1 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    20:01
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:11
    1 hrs 38 mins2 changes
    20:49
    Runcorn East
    Blackburn
    Runcorn East to Blackburn

About Runcorn East Station

Station name Runcorn East (RUE)
AddressRuncorn East station, Barnfield Avenue, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 6EP
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 07:00 - 12:00
Saturday 08:00 - 13:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Blackburn Station

Station name Blackburn (BBN)
AddressBlackburn station, Railway Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 1EX
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 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 DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Runcorn East and Blackburn

The travel time between Runcorn East and Blackburn by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn East and Blackburn vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

First class tickets on trains between Runcorn East and Blackburn typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Runcorn East 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 Runcorn East & Blackburn. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn East and Blackburn.

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