How to get from Wigan to Blackburn by train?

From Wigan to Blackburn by train

To get from Wigan to Blackburn in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Wigan Wallgate station to Bolton station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Bolton station to Blackburn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 10 min. The ride fare is £13.70.

70min£13.70
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Blackburn
Leaves from Wigan Wallgate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan Wallgate
    650 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Oxford Road
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bolton
    18 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Clitheroe
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Blackburn
    30 min
  • 6
    Walk to Blackburn
    Walk to
    Blackburn
    280 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Wigan to Blackburn by bus

To get from Wigan to Blackburn in North West, take the 632 bus from Grand Arcade station to Chorley station. Next, take the 2 bus from Chorley station to Mincing Lane station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 48 min.

108min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 632632
Bus - 22
Walk to Blackburn
Leaves from Grand Arcade

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  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grand Arcade
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 632632
    Wait for bus
    632
    Chorley Town Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chorley
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chorley
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Blackburn Town Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mincing Lane
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to Blackburn
    Walk to
    Blackburn
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Wigan to Blackburn

The distance between Wigan, North West and Blackburn, North West is approximately 23.88 mi, which can typically be travelled in 70 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wigan to Blackburn by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Wigan

Wigan is located at Scholes, North West and the nearest public transport station is Hardybutts.

Train stations close to Wigan:

  • Pemberton
  • Wigan North Western

Bus stations close to Wigan:

  • Hardybutts
  • Wellington Street
  • Rodney Street

Public transport stations close to Blackburn, North West

Blackburn is located at Blackburn, North West and the nearest public transport station is Town Hall (Stand A).

Bus stations close to Blackburn:

  • Town Hall (Stand A)
  • Darwen Street
  • Town Hall (Stand B)

Related Routes

From Wigan to Blackburn by bus

To get from Wigan to Blackburn in North West, take the 632 bus from Grand Arcade station to Chorley station. Next, take the 2 bus from Chorley station to Mincing Lane station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 48 min.

108min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 632632
Bus - 22
Walk to Blackburn
Leaves from Grand Arcade

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grand Arcade
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 632632
    Wait for bus
    632
    Chorley Town Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chorley
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chorley
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Blackburn Town Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mincing Lane
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to Blackburn
    Walk to
    Blackburn
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Wigan to Blackburn?

    The fastest way takes 70 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Wigan to Blackburn?

    The alternative route takes 108 minutes, using Bus line 632, Bus line 2.

  • Is there a direct train between Wigan and Blackburn?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 10 min.

  • Which train line goes from Wigan to Blackburn?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Wigan Wallgate station near Wigan in Wigan to Manchester Oxford Road station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Manchester Oxford Road station near Blackburn in North West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Wigan to Blackburn by train?

    The total travel time between Wigan in Wigan and Blackburn in North West by train is about 1 hr 10 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Wigan to get to Blackburn?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Wigan Wallgate station near Wigan in Wigan.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Wigan and Blackburn?

    Get off the train at the Manchester Oxford Road station, which is closest to Blackburn in North West.

  • How much is the train fare from Wigan to Blackburn?

    The ride from Wigan to Blackburn costs £13.70.

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