The average train between Alderley Edge and Blackburn takes 2h 10m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. There is an hourly train service from Alderley Edge to Blackburn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Alderley Edge and Blackburn. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Alderley Edge is at 11:35 PM which arrives into Blackburn at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Alderley Edge to Blackburn? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Alderley Edge to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Alderley Edge station and arriving at Blackburn station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.
Alderley Edge to Blackburn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Alderley Edge station.
Alderley Edge to Blackburn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackburn station.
Book your Alderley Edge to Blackburn train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Alderley Edge and Blackburn is 52 km. The road distance is 61 km.
You can take a train from Alderley Edge to Blackburn via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 1h 50m.