What is the cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Blackburn?

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Blackburn is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Blackburn?

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Blackburn is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Birkenhead station to Blackburn station. However, there are services departing from Queen Square Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Duke Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Birkenhead to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Blackburn via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Blackburn?

The distance between Birkenhead and Blackburn is 47 miles. The road distance is 43.2 miles.

How do I travel from Birkenhead to Blackburn without a car?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Blackburn without a car is to train via Preston which takes 1h 39m and costs £16 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Birkenhead to Blackburn?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Birkenhead to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Blackburn bus from?

Birkenhead to Blackburn bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Queen Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Blackburn train from?

Birkenhead to Blackburn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Blackburn is to train via Preston which takes 1h 39m and costs £16 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £9 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Birkenhead to Blackburn bus arrive?

Birkenhead to Blackburn bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Duke Street station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Blackburn train arrive?

Birkenhead to Blackburn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Blackburn is 43 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Birkenhead to Blackburn.

How do I get a train ticket from Birkenhead to Blackburn?

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

There are 1081+ hotels available in Blackburn.

Can I share a ride from Birkenhead to Blackburn?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Birkenhead and Blackburn. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Birkenhead to Blackburn - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Birkenhead to Blackburn by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Blackburntrain Preston - Colne / ...
1h 39m
£17–34
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Liverpool to Blackburnrideshare 40.9 mi
1h 6m
£5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Duke Streetbus 47
2. Take the bus from Duke Street to Bus Stationbus X2
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
3h 29m
£8–9
Train
1. Take the train from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane to Blackburntrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn
3h 35m
£32–60
Drive 43 mi
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Blackburncar 43 mi
57 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkenhead to Blackburntaxi 43 mi
57 min
£90–120

Birkenhead to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 46.8 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackburn via Preston in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Bus Station via Duke Street and Bus Station in around 3h 29m.

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