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Fri
20 May
£94Cross Country
Mon
23 May
£67Cross Country
Tue
24 May
£96Transport for Wales

Travel Information between Blackburn and Cardiff

distanceDistance159 miles (256 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain
fastestFastest modeTrain • £62 • 4 h 32 min
carriersPopular travel companiesCross Country

Travel 159 miles (256 km) by train between Blackburn and Cardiff. Cross Country is the main travel provider operating this journey. Travellers can even take a direct from Blackburn to Cardiff.

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FAQs

How do I go from Blackburn to Cardiff?

You can travel between Blackburn and Cardiff by train.

What is the fastest way from Blackburn to Cardiff?

Going by train is the quickest way from Blackburn to Cardiff with an average travel time of 4 h 32 min.

How far is it from Blackburn to Cardiff?

The Blackburn to Cardiff distance is approximately 159 miles (256 km).

How many services a day are there between Blackburn and Cardiff?

The average frequency per day from Blackburn to Cardiff is:

  • 12 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip from Blackburn to Cardiff as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

What are the departure and arrival points when travelling from Blackburn to Cardiff?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points for travellers from Blackburn to Cardiff:

  • Trains from Blackburn to Cardiff most often leave from Blackburn and arrive in Cardiff Central.

Which travel companies can take me from Blackburn to Cardiff?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Blackburn to Cardiff, then we'll help you find the best value travel company for you:

  • Cross Country can get you to Cardiff by train. You can find a good deal for train tickets with Cross Country from Blackburn to Cardiff for £62 on Omio.

Where should I go next after I travel between Blackburn and Cardiff?

Many of our customers travelling from Blackburn to Cardiff don't make Cardiff their final stop. Some of the destinations worth visiting after are London, Bristol or Birmingham, either of which you could add to your Blackburn and Cardiff trip itinerary. Check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel from Cardiff to any of these top destinations today!

How early should I book tickets to Cardiff from Blackburn online for the best deals?

When planning your trip from Blackburn to Cardiff, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to purchase and their prices in the next 7 days:

  • Train tickets are costing £62 one way on average.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Blackburn to Cardiff online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.

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