The average train between Sutton Coldfield and Blackburn takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Sutton Coldfield to Blackburn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Sutton Coldfield and Blackburn. The earliest departure is at 6:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sutton Coldfield is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Blackburn at 8:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sutton Coldfield to Blackburn? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Sutton Coldfield to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Sutton Coldfield station and arriving at Blackburn station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Sutton Coldfield to Blackburn train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Sutton Coldfield to Blackburn train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Sutton Coldfield to Blackburn train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Sutton Coldfield and Blackburn is 138.9 km. The road distance is 197 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 45m.