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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Blackburn is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Blackburn is to fly and train which takes 3h 56m and costs £75 - £280.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Blackburn via Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Exeter to Blackburn?

The distance between Exeter and Blackburn is 281 miles. The road distance is 259.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Blackburn without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 49m and costs £110 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Exeter to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Blackburn train from?

Exeter to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Where does the Exeter to Blackburn train arrive?

Exeter to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Blackburn is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Exeter to Blackburn.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

There are 1042+ hotels available in Blackburn.

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain Rugby - Preston / ...
5h 49m
£114–336
Drive 258.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Blackburncar 258.4 mi
4h 35m
£63–91
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburntrain
3h 56m
£77–273
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Manchester Piccadillytrain Paignton - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 4m
£114–327
Train #2
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
8h 3m
£133–217

Exeter to Blackburn by train

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5h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 279.3 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Blackburn, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Blackburn via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 5h 49m.

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