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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Blackburn is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Blackburn is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Blackburn via Manchester Piccadilly and Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Rugby to Blackburn?

The distance between Rugby and Blackburn is 126 miles. The road distance is 136.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Rugby to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Blackburn train from?

Rugby to Blackburn train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.

Where does the Rugby to Blackburn train arrive?

Rugby to Blackburn train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Blackburn is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Rugby to Blackburn.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

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Rugby 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 Rugby to Blackburn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburntrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2h 42m
£44–76
Drive 135.6 mi
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1. Drive from Rugby to Blackburncar 135.6 mi
2h 35m
£34–49
Train, line 37 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Coventry 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 48m

Rugby to Blackburn by train

104Weekly Trains

2h 42mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.1 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Blackburn via Manchester Piccadilly and Bolton in around 2h 42m.

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