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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Blackburn is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 17m.

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 49m and costs £80 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Blackburn station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

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 35m.

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 35m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Southampton to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Blackburn bus from?

Southampton to Blackburn bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Blackburn train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Southampton to Blackburn is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Southampton to Blackburn bus arrive?

Southampton to Blackburn bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Blackburn?

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

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Southampton to Blackburn - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Southampton to Blackburn by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 35m
£134–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 540
8h 17m
£47–111
Drive 238.5 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Blackburncar 238.5 mi
4h 30m
£59–84
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 49m
£84–190
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 58m
£118–179
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
6h 18m
£98–145
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburntrain
5h 13m
£90–316

Southampton to Blackburn by train and tram

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Distance: 250.9 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 8h 17m.

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