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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Kirkby is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Kirkby is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Kirkby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Blackburn and arriving at Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Kirkby?

The distance between Blackburn and Kirkby is 38 miles. The road distance is 34.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Kirkby without a car is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 2h 19m and costs £10 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Blackburn to Kirkby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Kirkby train from?

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

Where does the Blackburn to Kirkby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackburn to Kirkby?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Kirkby is 34 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Blackburn to Kirkby.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkby?

There are 2539+ hotels available in Kirkby.

Blackburn to Kirkby - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Blackburn to Kirkby by train, car, or taxi

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Train via Wigan Wallgate
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Tower Hill, Headbolt Lanetrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
2h 19m
£11–23
Drive 33.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackburn to Kirkbycar 33.9 mi
40 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackburn to Kirkbytaxi 33.9 mi
40 min
£150–180
Train
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Tower Hill, Headbolt Lanetrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane
2h 21m
£22–40

Blackburn to Kirkby by train

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2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 38.3 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Blackburn, England and Kirkby, Knowsley, England?

You can take a train from Blackburn to Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane via Preston, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 2h 19m.

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