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

The cheapest way to get from Stafford to Blackburn is to bus and train which costs £14 - £26 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stafford to Blackburn is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Stafford and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Stafford to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Gatehouse Theatre and arriving at Arrival Stand via bus station and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Stafford and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Stafford and arriving at Blackburn via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Stafford to Blackburn?

The distance between Stafford and Blackburn is 87 miles. The road distance is 78.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stafford to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £28 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Stafford to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Blackburn bus from?

Stafford to Blackburn bus services, operated by First Potteries, depart from Gatehouse Theatre station.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Blackburn train from?

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

Train or bus from Stafford to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Stafford to Blackburn is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £28 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Stafford to Blackburn bus arrive?

Stafford to Blackburn bus services, operated by First Potteries, arrive at bus station.

Where does the Stafford to Blackburn train arrive?

Stafford to Blackburn train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Stafford to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Stafford to Blackburn is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Stafford to Blackburn.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Stafford to Blackburn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stafford to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Blackburntrain Preston - Colne / ...
2h 6m
£28–47
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatehouse Theatre to bus stationbus 101
2. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain
4h 27m
£14–26
Drive 78 mi
1. Drive from Stafford to Blackburncar 78 mi
1h 40m
£20–29
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Stafford to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2h 21m
£26–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gatehouse Theatre to bus stationbus 101
2. Take the bus from bus station to Bolton Interchangebus 424
3. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Arrival Standbus 1
5h 10m

Stafford to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 86.8 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a train from Stafford to Blackburn via Preston in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatehouse Theatre to Arrival Stand via bus station and Bolton Interchange in around 5h 10m.

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