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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Birmingham is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Newhall Street via Bus station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Birmingham?

The distance between Blackburn and Birmingham is 107 miles. The road distance is 105.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Birmingham without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Blackburn to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Birmingham bus from?

Blackburn to Birmingham bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Birmingham train from?

Blackburn to Birmingham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.

Train or bus from Blackburn to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Birmingham is to train via Manchester which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 481 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Blackburn to Birmingham bus arrive?

Blackburn to Birmingham bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Blackburn to Birmingham train arrive?

Blackburn to Birmingham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Birmingham is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Blackburn to Birmingham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackburn to Birmingham?

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackburn to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Manchester Victoriatrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 57m
£40–85
Drive 104.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackburn to Birminghamcar 104.5 mi
2h 8m
£26–37
Line 481 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 481
2. Take the bus from Bus station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus
4h 1m
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 7m
£40–68
Line 1 bus, line 36 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 1
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 36 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
5h 16m

Blackburn to Birmingham by train and tram

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Distance: 106.1 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Blackburn to Birmingham New Street via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Newhall Street via Bus station and Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 1m.

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