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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Blackburn is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Blackburn is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Blackburn via Birmingham New Street, Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Blackburn?

The distance between Gloucester and Blackburn is 159 miles. The road distance is 154.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Blackburn without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 4h 12m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Gloucester to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Blackburn train from?

Gloucester to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.

Where does the Gloucester to Blackburn train arrive?

Gloucester to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Blackburn is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Gloucester to Blackburn.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

There are 1063+ hotels available in Blackburn.

Gloucester to Blackburn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gloucester to Blackburn by train, bus, or car

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain
4h 12m
£66–115
Drive 153.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gloucester to Blackburncar 153.4 mi
2h 54m
£38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Worcester Shrub Hilltrain
2. Take the train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Birmingham Moor Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
7h 20m
£41–83
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 17m
£65–104

Gloucester to Blackburn by train, foot, and bus

74Weekly Services

7h 20mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.9 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Blackburn via Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 4h 12m.

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