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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Blackburn is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Blackburn is to fly and train which takes 3h 48m and costs £80 - £210.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Blackburn via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Southampton to Blackburn?

The distance between Southampton and Blackburn is 252 miles. The road distance is 239.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £110 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Southampton to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Blackburn train from?

Southampton to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Blackburn train arrive?

Southampton to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Blackburn is 240 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Southampton to Blackburn.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

There are 1062+ hotels available in Blackburn.

Southampton to Blackburn - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Southampton to Blackburn by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 34m
£111–167
Drive 238.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Blackburncar 238.5 mi
4h 30m
£60–86
Fly from Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburntrain
3h 48m
£82–205
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 47m
£108–167
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 30m
£103–187
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
5h 25m
£76–280

Southampton to Blackburn by train and tram

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5h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 250.9 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £100–150 and the journey takes 4h 14m.

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