The average train between Blackburn and Leicester takes 8h 37m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Blackburn to Leicester. 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 twice daily between Blackburn and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 8:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Leicester at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 8h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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9h 9m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Blackburn to Leicester? 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 Blackburn to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Blackburn station and arriving at Leicester station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.
Blackburn to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.
Blackburn to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Blackburn to Leicester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 2 other operators.
The distance between Blackburn and Leicester is 152.9 km. The road distance is 213 km.
You can take a train from Blackburn to Leicester via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Sheffield in around 3h 33m.