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Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Blackburn (BBN)

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22

train journeys
per day

91

miles (147 kms)

3hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 22:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Sunderland (SUN) to Blackburn (BBN)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Sunderland and Blackburn , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sunderland to Blackburn is approximately 91 miles (147 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 43 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Blackburn.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sunderland to Blackburn. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Sunderland to Blackburn Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:39
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    09:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:27
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:13
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:38
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:09
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    13:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:32
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    13:50
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:37
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    14:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:07
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    15:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:32
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    15:50
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    16:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:37
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    16:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:07
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:32
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    18:04
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:37
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    18:20
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    19:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:36
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    20:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:30
    3 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    21:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:38
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    22:19
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:30
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    23:18
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:06
    9 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    06:34
    Sunderland
    Blackburn
    Sunderland to Blackburn

About Sunderland Station

Station name Sunderland (SUN)
Address Sunderland station, Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3HP
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 18:00
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Blackburn Station

Station name Blackburn (BBN)
Address Blackburn station, Railway Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 1EX
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 06:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 06:40 - 18:00
Thursday 06:40 - 18:00
Friday 06:40 - 19:00
Saturday 06:40 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Sunderland and Blackburn

The travel time between Sunderland and Blackburn by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sunderland and Blackburn vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:50.

First class tickets on trains between Sunderland and Blackburn typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Sunderland and Blackburn can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Sunderland & Blackburn. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Sunderland and Blackburn.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Sunderland and Blackburn, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.