What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn is to bus which costs £17 - £29 and takes 5h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle upon Tyne and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and arriving at Mincing Lane via Shudehill Interchange and Bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Blackburn via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn?

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Blackburn is 155 miles. The road distance is 114.4 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn bus from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn train from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £29 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn bus arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn train arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn.

How do I get a train ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn?

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Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Blackburntrain York - Blackpool North / ...
3h 26m
£57–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
5h 51m
£17–29
Drive 113.7 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburncar 113.7 mi
2h 20m
£28–40
Bus via Bolton Interchange
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
6h 41m
£30–66

Newcastle upon Tyne to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 153.7 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Blackburn, England?

You can take a train from Newcastle to Blackburn via Leeds in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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