What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Blackburn?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Blackburn is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Blackburn?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Blackburn is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 43m and costs £35 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Blackburn station. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Bus Station via Black Boy PH, Airport Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Blackburn via Milton Keynes Central, Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Blackburn?

The distance between Watford Junction and Blackburn is 204 miles. The road distance is 195.9 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Blackburn without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Blackburn without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 43m and costs £35 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Blackburn?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Watford Junction to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Blackburn bus from?

Watford Junction to Blackburn bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Blackburn train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Watford Junction to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Blackburn is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 43m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Milton Keynes, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 3m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £180 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Blackburn bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Blackburn bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Blackburn train arrive?

Watford Junction to Blackburn train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Blackburn is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Watford Junction to Blackburn.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Blackburn?

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
3h 43m
£40–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk980 / ...
8h 8m
£32–53
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Bus Stationbus 540
7h 3m
£33–63
Drive 194.8 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Blackburncar 194.8 mi
3h 54m
£49–71
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburntrain
4h 20m
£67–245
Train
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain
3h 57m
£64–118
Fly Luton Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
6h 35m
£70–174
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
7h 39m
£119–498
Fly Luton Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LTN - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
7h 25m
£72–217

Watford Junction to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 202.4 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Blackburn, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Blackburn via Milton Keynes Central, Crewe, and Preston in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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