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The average train between Blackburn and Birmingham takes 3h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is an hourly train service from Blackburn to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 28m
Duration
106 mi
Distance
£51
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Blackburn to Birmingham train times

Trains run hourly between Blackburn and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 15m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkCross Country3h 15m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Blackburn to Birmingham? 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.

Map of how to get from Blackburn to Birmingham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 106.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Blackburn, England and Birmingham, England?

You can take a train from Blackburn to Birmingham New Street via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 3m.

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