The average train between Blackburn and Syston takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackburn to Syston. 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 Blackburn and Syston. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Syston at 7:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Bolton and take an average of 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Blackburn to Syston? 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 Syston. However, there are services departing from Blackburn station and arriving at Syston station via Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.
Blackburn to Syston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.
Blackburn to Syston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Blackburn to Syston train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Blackburn and Syston is 149.9 km. The road distance is 215 km.
You can take a train from Blackburn to Syston via Bolton, Manchester Piccadilly, Nuneaton, and Leicester in around 4h 38m.