Blackburn Station is located on Railway Road, southeast of Blackburn town centre, Lancashire, west of the River. Blackburn train station is the only mainline train station in Blackburn, serving 1.32 million passengers in 2019/20 with 90,000 interchanges. There are four platforms at Blackburn Train Station; platforms 1-3 are the main platforms with a ticket office, waiting room, toilets and outdoor seating. Platform 4 is separate from the other platforms with a heated waiting room and outdoor seating.
Blackburn Train Station is managed by Northern Rail, which operates all trains departing from and arriving at Blackburn Train Station on the East Lancashire Line, Caldervale Line, and Ribble Valley Line. Intercity trains from Blackburn Train Station go to Manchester Victoria, Blackpool North, and York, with regional trains travelling to Clitheroe, Rochdale, and Preston, among other destinations.
Blackburn Train Station was opened in 1846 when the Blackburn and Preston Railway launched. The first of two major upgrades to Blackburn Train Station ended in 1852, with the second completed in 1888.
Station Area Map
Blackburn Train Station is situated on Railway Road to the southeast of Blackburn town centre in Lancashire. The River lies to the East of the station with Blackburn Cathedral, Blackburn, and all within walking distance.
Two lines are running through Blackburn Train Station, with all services operated by Northern Rail. The Ribble Valley Line runs from North to South from Clitheroe, terminating at Manchester Victoria with Darwen and Bolton on the route. The other line runs East to West with the East Lancashire Line and Caldervale Line; trains on this line run to Blackpool North, Leeds, Preston, and York.
Hotels Near Blackburn Train Station
Premier Inn Blackburn Town Centre
Hampton by Hilton Blackburn
Travelodge Blackburn M65
Station Details and Facilities
Address
Blackburn station, Railway Road, Blackburn, Lancashire BB1 1EX
General Information
Ticket Office Opening Hours
- Monday -Thursday 06:40 - 18:00
- Friday - Saturday 06:40 - 19:00
- Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Staffing Level
Full Time
Information Services Open
When the station is not staffed, information is available through the customer experience centre 0800 200 6060
Ticket Buying and Collection
Book tickets to and from Blackburn Station through our website. You can choose to collect your tickets from Blackburn Station at one of the accessible ticket machines or receive an e-Ticket which you can download to your phone.
Ticket Office Opening Hours
- Monday -Thursday 06:40 - 18:00
- Friday - Saturday 06:40 - 19:00
- Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Accessible Ticket Machines
Accepts Cash & Cards
Located at the bottom of platform 4
Height-adjusted ticket counter
A Height-adjusted ticket counter is not available at Blackburn Railway Station.
Induction Loop
An induction loop is available in the ticket office at Blackburn Railway Station.
Penalty Fares
Penalty fares apply for Northern Rail.
Station Facilities
ATM
An ATM is not available at Blackburn Railway Station.
Baby Change
Baby Changing facilities are not available at Blackburn Railway Station.
Telephones
Telephones are available at Blackburn Railway Station, taking Cards And Coins.
Post Box
A Post Box is not available at Blackburn Railway Station.
Tourist Information
There is no Tourist Information Office at Blackburn Station.
Accessibility
Ramp For Train Access
A ramp for train access is available at Blackburn Station.
Helpline
Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560
Mon-Sun 24h
Induction Loop
An induction loop is available at Blackburn Station.
Accessible Ticket Machines
Accepts Cash & Cards
Located at the bottom of platform 4
Height Adjusted Ticket Office Counter
A Height Adjusted Ticket Office Counter is not available at Blackburn Station.
National Key Toilets
Toilet on platform 1, available from first until the last train.
Step Free Access
Category A Station
Scooter Friendly Station
Access from station front to subway up a 10-metre ramp or four steps from which a passenger lift and steep 20-metre ramp give access to the ticket office and platforms 1, 2 and 3 and by the separate ramp to platform 4. Lifts are available from the first to the last train.
Impaired Mobility Set Down
No designated area is provided. The station front may be used for set-down purposes.
Wheelchairs
Wheelchairs are not available at Blackburn station.
WiFi
WiFi is not available at Blackburn Station.
Parking
Carpark Name Station Car Park
Carpark Operator Northern Rail
Car Parking Spaces 80
Taxi Rank
Blackburn station is a major station with taxis usually available on a rank. Advance booking is not normally necessary or even possible unless arriving early in the morning or late at night. Operators who may accept bookings include:
Town 01254 690101
Dial 01254 290293
Silverline 01254 57711
Bicycle Parking
Cycle storage Available
Cycle storage spaces 58
Sheltered cycle storage Available
Cycle storage CCTV Available
Cycle storage notes There are lockers available
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Blackburn train station from town?
Blackburn Train Station is just 200 metres and 2 minutes walk from Blackburn town centre.
How many platforms does Blackburn train station have?
Blackburn Train Station has four platforms. Platforms 1-3 are the main platforms with a ticket office, waiting room, toilets and outdoor seating. Platform 4 is separate from the other platforms with a heated waiting room and outdoor seating.
How much is parking at Blackburn train station?
Parking at Blackburn Train Station costs £2 for 24 hours and £8 for a week. There is no charge for railway users to park their cars in this car park.
What line is Blackburn station on?
Two lines are running through Blackburn Station, with all services operated by Northern Rail. The Ribble Valley Line runs from North to South from Clitheroe, terminating at Manchester Victoria with Darwen and Bolton on the route. The other line runs East to West with the East Lancashire Line and Caldervale Line; trains on this line run to Blackpool North, Leeds, Preston, and York.