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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackburn to Reading
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
4 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
275 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackburn to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Reading will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
Of the 1 trains that leave Blackburn for Reading every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 275 km distance in an average of 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train for Blackburn to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £81, and a flight costs an average of £191.
Distance: 275 km
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£95 Average Price | £81 Average Price Cheapest | £191 Average Price |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 37m Average total duration 9h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Blackburn to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Reading trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:46 Blackburn | 4h53 | 10:39 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:18 Blackburn | 4h23 | 18:41 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackburn to Reading
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Trains from Blackburn to Reading run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 20:21. The fastest train covers the 275 km distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 275 km |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 02:24 |
Last train 20:21 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3) from Blackburn to Reading trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Blackburn and Reading from £74. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Blackburn to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn to Reading by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Blackburn and Reading
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- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 06:40 - 18:00 Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access from station front to subway up 10 metre ramp or 4 steps from which a passenger lift and steep 20 metre ramp gives access to ticket office and platforms 1, 2 and 3 and by separate ramp to platform 4. Lifts available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located at the bottom of platform 4
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement pick up/drop off will be in the Vue Cinema Car Park at the rear of the Station
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Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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