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

The cheapest way to get from Newtown to Blackburn is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtown to Blackburn is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Newtown and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Newtown to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Newtown (Powys) and arriving at Blackburn via Shrewsbury, Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Newtown to Blackburn?

The distance between Newtown and Blackburn is 129 miles. The road distance is 111.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newtown to Blackburn without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 48m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Newtown to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newtown to Blackburn train from?

Newtown to Blackburn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newtown (Powys) station.

Where does the Newtown to Blackburn train arrive?

Newtown to Blackburn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Newtown to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtown to Blackburn is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Newtown to Blackburn.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Newtown (Powys) to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
3h 48m
£40–83
Drive 111.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newtown to Blackburncar 111.3 mi
2h 10m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Newtown (Powys) to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain
3h 57m
£49–88
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus X75
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain
4. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Blackburntrain
6h 31m
£54–100

Newtown to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 128.4 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Newtown, Powys, Wales and Blackburn, England?

You can take a train from Newtown (Powys) to Blackburn via Shrewsbury, Crewe, and Preston in around 3h 48m.

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