Dublin to Blackburn by bus
Blackburn lies 253 km (157 mi) east of Dublin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 47 min including stops, over roughly 309 km (192 mi) of road.
| Dublin | Blackburn | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ireland | United Kingdom |
| Population | 1 million | 146,521 |
| Elevation | 17 m (56 ft) | 121 m (397 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/Dublin) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
What changes when you arrive in Blackburn
Crossing from Ireland into United Kingdom: money changes from the Euro to the Pound (GBP); the dialling code becomes +44; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Where to book buses from Dublin to Blackburn
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Staying in Blackburn
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Common questions
How far is Blackburn from Dublin?
253 km (157 mi) in a straight line, east of Dublin; by road roughly 309 km (192 mi).
How long does it take to get from Dublin to Blackburn by bus?
About 4 h 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dublin and Blackburn?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Blackburn?
The Pound (GBP).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.