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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Rugby is to line 481 bus and bus and line 86 bus which costs £20 - £27 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Rugby is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Victoria Rail Station and arriving at Lawrence Sheriff Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Pool Meadow Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Rugby via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Rugby?

The distance between Blackburn and Rugby is 126 miles. The road distance is 136.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Blackburn to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Rugby bus from?

Blackburn to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Rugby train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackburn to Rugby?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Rugby is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 85 bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Blackburn to Rugby bus arrive?

Blackburn to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Blackburn to Rugby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackburn to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Rugby is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Blackburn to Rugby.

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

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Blackburn to Rugby - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 85 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Manchester Victoriatrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugbytrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
3h 11m
£39–72
Line 481 bus, bus, line 86 bus
cheapest
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 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Coventrybus
4. Take the bus from Transport Museum to Bennett Streetbus 86
6h 47m
£20–27
Bus, line 85 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Lawrence Sheriff Streetbus 85A / ...
6h 13m
£29–47
Drive 135.3 mi
1. Drive from Blackburn to Rugbycar 135.3 mi
2h 34m
£34–49
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Rugbytrain Crewe - London Euston / ...
3h 27m
£34–94

Blackburn to Rugby by train and tram

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3h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 125.1 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Blackburn to Rugby via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Blackburn to Lawrence Sheriff Street via Manchester Victoria, Victoria Rail Station, Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Pool Meadow Bus Station in around 6h 13m.

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