The average train between Leicester and Blackburn takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 Leicester and Blackburn. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Blackburn at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 18m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Blackburn station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.
Leicester to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nuneaton station.
Leicester to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Blackburn station.
Book your Leicester to Blackburn train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leicester and Blackburn is 152.9 km. The road distance is 208 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Blackburn via Nuneaton, Manchester Piccadilly, and Bolton in around 3h 43m.