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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Blackburn is to bus which costs £25 - £85 and takes 6h 53m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff 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 34m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Blackburn?

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

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Blackburn without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 34m and costs £50 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Cardiff to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Blackburn train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Blackburn is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 34m and costs £50 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £85 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Cardiff to Blackburn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Blackburn?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

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Cardiff to Blackburn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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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 34m
£52–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 120 / ...
6h 53m
£25–81
Drive 192.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Blackburncar 192.8 mi
4h 8m
£48–69
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
6h 46m
£68–186
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 43m
£54–120

Cardiff to Blackburn by train

150Weekly Trains

4h 34mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.6 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Blackburn, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Blackburn via Crewe and Preston in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Arrival Stand via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Airport The Station, Manchester Airport, Bolton, and Bolton Interchange in around 6h 53m.

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