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Compare train and coach for Swindon to Blackburn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Blackburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £77. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £77, and a train costs an average of £213.
Distance: 248 km
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£232 Average Price | £78 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Overview: Train from Swindon to Blackburn
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Trains from Swindon to Blackburn run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £213 but you can travel from only £77 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 18:19. The fastest train covers the 248 km distance in 4h 18m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £77
Distance 248 km |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £213 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 6:13 |
Last train 18:19 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £77
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Blackburn trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon and Blackburn from £77. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 18m
Cheapest Price
£213
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Swindon to Blackburn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to Blackburn 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 Blackburn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Swindon to Blackburn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £213, while the average price tends to be around £232.
The train journey from Swindon to Blackburn covers a distance of 248 km and takes approximately 4h 18m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Swindon to Blackburn is 248 km.
The first train from Swindon to Blackburn leaves at 6:13.
The last train from Swindon to Blackburn departs at 18:19.
Trains from Swindon to Blackburn run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swindon to Blackburn.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swindon to Blackburn.
To get from Swindon to Blackburn, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Swindon to Blackburn.
The train station in Swindon that goes to Blackburn is Swindon station (SWI), and it arrives at Blackburn station (BBN).
The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Blackburn is by coach, costing approximately £77.
Booking trains from Swindon to Blackburn in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Swindon to Blackburn offers varied scenery, including glimpses of the Cotswolds' rolling hills, picturesque countryside, and urban landscapes as you pass through key cities like Birmingham and Manchester.
A day trip from Swindon to Blackburn is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 18m and the frequency for trains is 2 per day.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Blackburn is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions such as Blackburn Cathedral, the Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery, and nearby nature spots like Witton Country Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Swindon to Blackburn.
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Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Blackburn
Swindon
Blackburn
The major train station for departures in Swindon is Swindon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swindon for your trip from Swindon to Blackburn.
Amenities at train station
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Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- 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 taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- 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.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swindon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
The major train station for arrivals in Blackburn is Blackburn. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackburn for your journey to Blackburn from Swindon.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 06:40 - 18:00 Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Blackburn
- 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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