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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Essex is to bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Essex is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Polecat Road via Golders Green Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Essex. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at White Notley via Preston, Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Essex?

The distance between Blackburn and Essex is 266 miles. The road distance is 222.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Essex without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Blackburn to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Essex bus from?

Blackburn to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Essex train from?

Blackburn to Essex train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train, bus or fly from Blackburn to Essex?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Essex is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £55 - £190 and takes 7h 3m, you could also bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Blackburn to Essex bus arrive?

Blackburn to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Golders Green Station.

Where does the Blackburn to Essex train arrive?

Blackburn to Essex train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Essex is 222 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Blackburn to Essex.

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

Book your Blackburn to Essex train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essex?

There are 592+ hotels available in Essex.

Blackburn to Essex - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromBlackburn to Essex

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 9 ways to get from Blackburn to Essex by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
5h 4m
£92–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Golders Green Stationbus 540
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach Stationbus A6
8h 11m
£51–120
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)bus Uk023 / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
8h 4m
£62–142
Drive 221 mi
1. Drive from Blackburn to Essexcar 221 mi
4h 25m
£54–77
Fly Manchester Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane MAN - STN
7h 3m
£55–181
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
5h 45m
£98–172
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Boltontrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
6h 7m
£101–335
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
8h 18m
£67–173
Fly Manchester Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
6h 46m
£137–309

Blackburn to Essex by train, tram, and bus

95Weekly Services

5h 45mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Blackburn to Essex.

Launch map view

Distance: 264.2 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Blackburn to White Notley via Preston, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and Ryanair UK fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN) twice daily.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.