The average train between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Blackburn takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham Airport (BHX) 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 Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Blackburn. The earliest departure is at 7:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham Airport (BHX) is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Blackburn at 5:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham Intl Rail Station and take an average of 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHX) 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 Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Airport (BHX) station and arriving at Blackburn station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Blackburn train services, operated by Air-Rail Link, depart from Birmingham International station.
Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Blackburn train services, operated by Air-Rail Link, arrive at Preston station.
The distance between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Blackburn is 152.7 km. The road distance is 198 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham International to Preston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.