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Northwich to Blackburn trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Northwich and Blackburn takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Northwich 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.

2h 59m
Duration
54 mi
Distance
£22
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Greenbank to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Chester - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
  2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain train Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2h 19m
£19–35

Northwich to Blackburn train times

Trains run hourly between Northwich and Blackburn. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northwich is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Blackburn at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited2h 17m • 2 changes

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Northwich 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.

Map of how to get from Northwich to Blackburn.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 53.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Northwich, England and Blackburn, England?

You can take a train from Greenbank to Blackburn via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 2h 19m.

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