The average train between Leicester and Blackburn takes 8h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. The train service runs several times per day 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 twice daily between Leicester and Blackburn. The earliest departure is at 5:06 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Blackburn at 7:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 8h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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11h 57m • 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 Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.
Leicester to Blackburn train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Blackburn train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Blackburn station.
Book your Leicester to Blackburn train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Northern Trains Limited and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leicester and Blackburn is 152.9 km. The road distance is 213 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Blackburn via Sheffield, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 3h 36m.