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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Blackburn is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Blackburn is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Blackburn via Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Wales to Blackburn?

The distance between Wales and Blackburn is 202 miles. The road distance is 194 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Blackburn without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 32m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Wales to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Blackburn train from?

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

Where does the Wales to Blackburn train arrive?

Wales to Blackburn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Wales to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Blackburn is 194 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Wales to Blackburn.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

There are 1065+ hotels available in Blackburn.

Wales to Blackburn - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 32m
£69–132
Drive 192.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Blackburncar 192.8 mi
4h 8m
£47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 38m
£78–133
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
6h 7m
£75–111

Wales to Blackburn by train

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4h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.6 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Wales and Blackburn, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Blackburn via Crewe and Preston in around 4h 32m.

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