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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Blackburn is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Blackburn is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Blackburn via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Blackburn?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Blackburn is 88 miles. The road distance is 87.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Shrewsbury to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Blackburn train from?

Shrewsbury to Blackburn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Blackburn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Blackburn is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Shrewsbury to Blackburn.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

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Shrewsbury to Blackburn - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 481 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2h 37m
£29–51
Drive 86.7 mi
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1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Blackburncar 86.7 mi
1h 55m
£22–32
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Blackburntrain
2h 49m
£22–51
Train, line 481 bus
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Bury Interchange to Arrival Standbus 481
3h 58m
£27–41

Shrewsbury to Blackburn by train and tram

117Weekly Services

2h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 87.8 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Blackburn via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 2h 37m.

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