The average train between Essex and Blackburn takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Essex 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 Essex and Blackburn. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Blackburn at 5:46 AM. All services require a transfer at London Liverpool Street and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Essex 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 Essex to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Blackburn station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Essex to Blackburn train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Blackburn train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Essex to Blackburn train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Essex and Blackburn is 296.5 km. The road distance is 425 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Blackburn via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Preston in around 4h 26m.