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

The cheapest way to get from Salford to Blackburn is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Salford to Blackburn is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Salford and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Salford to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Pendleton Church and arriving at Mincing Lane via Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Blackburn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salford Crescent and arriving at Blackburn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Salford to Blackburn?

The distance between Salford and Blackburn is 22 miles. The road distance is 24.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs £9 - £16.

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

The train from Salford Crescent to Blackburn takes 43 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Salford to Blackburn bus from?

Salford to Blackburn bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Pendleton Church station.

Where do I catch the Salford to Blackburn train from?

Salford to Blackburn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Salford Crescent station.

Train or bus from Salford to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Salford to Blackburn is to train which takes 43 min and costs £9 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and line 1 bus, which costs and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Salford to Blackburn bus arrive?

Salford to Blackburn bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Salford to Blackburn train arrive?

Salford to Blackburn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackburn station.

Can I drive from Salford to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford to Blackburn is 24 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Salford to Blackburn.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

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Salford to Blackburn - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, and line 1 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Blackburntrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
43 min
£9–16
Drive 24 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salford to Blackburncar 24 mi
42 min
£6–9
Line 8 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Pendleton Church to Bolton Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Mincing Lanebus 1
1h 46m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford to Blackburntaxi 24 mi
42 min
£50–65

Salford to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 22.4 mi
Duration: 43 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Salford Crescent to Blackburn hourly. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 43 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pendleton Church to Mincing Lane via Bolton Interchange in around 1h 46m.

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