Direct to Ewood
Use booked parking or travel south from Blackburn and head for the Darwen End pub cluster.
Championship · Blackburn
Blackburn Rovers
Ewood Park · Nuttall Street · BB2 4JF
31,367stadium capacity
Bryan Douglas Darwen Endvisiting supporters
Ground directionsMake a day of it
Plan your Blackburn away day
Blackburn is a straightforward stadium-focused away day. The established pubs are south of the centre and close to the Darwen End, while town-centre arrivals need an onward walk or bus.
The Fernhurstclosest established pubDarwen Endaway entranceM65direct road access
Town centre first
Arrive by rail, use central Blackburn briefly, then allow time for the walk or bus.
Stay overnight
Choose central Blackburn for the station or an M65 hotel if travelling by car.
A sensible 3pm plan
11:30 - arrive in Blackburn or check into an M65 hotel.
12:30 - head south towards The Fernhurst, Golden Cup or Navigation.
14:15 - move to the Darwen End turnstiles.
17:00 - walk away from the immediate stadium traffic before continuing home.
Food and pubs
Use the Blackburn pub map for away-friendly venues and current category notes. The Fernhurst is the simplest close option but gets busy.
Where to stay
Premier Inn Blackburn Town Centre is convenient for rail arrivals. Hampton by Hilton Blackburn and Willows by Marston's are practical for drivers using the M65.
If you have more time
Blackburn Cathedral and the town-centre cultural quarter are easy additions for rail travellers. Keep the stadium transfer in mind before committing to a longer stop.
Travel, parking, ticket allocations and stadium procedures can change by fixture. Check the latest information from both clubs and the relevant operator before travelling. Guide checked 10 September 2026.