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 £35 - £95 and takes 6h 25m.

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 bus between Cardiff and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Blackburn station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

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 30m.

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 30m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Cardiff to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Blackburn bus from?

Cardiff to Blackburn bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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 30m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Cardiff to Blackburn bus arrive?

Cardiff to Blackburn bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

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

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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 30m
£70–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 540
6h 25m
£38–94
Drive 192.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Blackburncar 192.8 mi
4h 8m
£48–68
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 36m
£79–136
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 / ...
5h 38m
£78–117

Cardiff to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 200.6 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 6h 25m.

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