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

The cheapest way to get from Ripley to Blackburn is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ripley to Blackburn is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Ripley and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Ripley to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Alfreton and arriving at Blackburn via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Ripley to Blackburn?

The distance between Ripley and Blackburn is 97 miles. The road distance is 80.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ripley to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Ripley to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ripley to Blackburn train from?

Ripley to Blackburn train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Alfreton station.

Where does the Ripley to Blackburn train arrive?

Ripley to Blackburn train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Ripley to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Ripley to Blackburn is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Ripley to Blackburn.

Where can I stay near Blackburn?

There are 1089+ hotels available in Blackburn.

Ripley to Blackburn - 3 ways to travel via train, line 37 bus, and line 1 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Ripley to Blackburn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alfreton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
4h 11m
£44–76
Drive 80.1 mi
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1. Drive from Ripley to Blackburncar 80.1 mi
1h 58m
£20–28
Train, line 37 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Alfreton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Arrival Standbus 1
5h 18m

Ripley to Blackburn by bus, train, and tram

97Weekly Services

4h 11mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 96.3 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Ripley, Derbyshire, England and Blackburn, England?

You can take a bus from Upper Marehay Road to Blackburn via Railway Station, Alfreton, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 4h 11m.

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