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Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Blackburn (BBN)

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20

train journeys
per day

91

miles (147 kms)

3hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

07:08 / 22:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Blackburn (BBN)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Sunderland and Blackburn , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sunderland to Blackburn is approximately 91 miles (147 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 29 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Blackburn.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sunderland to Blackburn. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 41 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Sunderland to Blackburn

Journeys from Sunderland to Blackburn Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:08
    4 hrs 2 mins3 changes
    11:10
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:12
    4 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    11:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:38
    3 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    12:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:32
    3 hrs 47 mins2 changes
    13:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:37
    3 hrs 42 mins2 changes
    14:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:32
    3 hrs 47 mins2 changes
    15:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:30
    3 hrs 49 mins1 change
    16:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:31
    4 hrs 41 mins3 changes
    17:12
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:32
    3 hrs 47 mins2 changes
    17:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:37
    3 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    18:20
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:09
    4 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    19:12
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:30
    3 hrs 49 mins1 change
    19:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:30
    3 hrs 50 mins2 changes
    20:20
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:07
    4 hrs 4 mins3 changes
    21:11
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:30
    3 hrs 49 mins1 change
    21:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:38
    3 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    22:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:08
    4 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    23:11
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:30
    3 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    23:18
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:29
    9 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    07:11
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    22:29
    9 hrs 50 mins2 changes
    08:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn

About Sunderland Station

Station name Sunderland (SUN)
AddressSunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3HP
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
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 Sunderland and Blackburn

The travel time between Sunderland and Blackburn by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sunderland and Blackburn vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:50.

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Amenities on trains between Sunderland 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 Sunderland & Blackburn. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Blackburn.

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