What is the cheapest way to get from Old Trafford to Blackburn?

The cheapest way to get from Old Trafford to Blackburn is to tram and line 481 bus which costs £7 - £9 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Old Trafford to Blackburn?

The fastest way to get from Old Trafford to Blackburn is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Old Trafford and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Old Trafford to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Warwick Road and arriving at Mincing Lane via Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Old Trafford and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Old Trafford to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Wharfside and arriving at Blackburn via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Old Trafford to Blackburn?

The distance between Old Trafford and Blackburn is 27 miles. The road distance is 28 miles.

How do I travel from Old Trafford to Blackburn without a car?

The best way to get from Old Trafford to Blackburn without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 31m and costs £9 - £18.

How long does it take to get from Old Trafford to Blackburn?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Old Trafford to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Old Trafford to Blackburn bus from?

Old Trafford to Blackburn bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Old Trafford to Blackburn train from?

Old Trafford to Blackburn train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Wharfside station.

Where does the Old Trafford to Blackburn bus arrive?

Old Trafford to Blackburn bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Mincing Lane station.

Where does the Old Trafford to Blackburn train arrive?

Old Trafford to Blackburn train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Victoria station.

Can I drive from Old Trafford to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Old Trafford to Blackburn is 28 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Old Trafford to Blackburn.

Where can I stay near Blackburn?

There are 1062+ hotels available in Blackburn.

Old Trafford to Blackburn - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 1 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Old Trafford to Blackburn by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Wharfside to Victoriatram Red Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
1h 31m
£10–18
Drive 27.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Old Trafford to Blackburncar 27.8 mi
42 min
£7–10
Line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Mincing Lanebus 1
1h 51m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Old Trafford to Blackburntaxi 27.8 mi
42 min
£60–75
Tram, line 481 bus
1. Take the tram from Old Trafford to Burytram Green Line
2. Take the bus from Bury Interchange to Arrival Standbus 481
2h 59m
£7–9

Old Trafford to Blackburn by foot, tram, and train

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Distance: 27 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Old Trafford, England and Blackburn, England?

The Blackburn Bus Company operates a bus from Bolton Interchange to Mincing Lane every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 59 min.

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