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Trains from Reading to Blackpool South (BPS)

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15

train journeys
per day

183

miles (295 kms)

4hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

02:24 / 00:31

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

1

route

Trains from Reading to Blackpool South (BPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Blackpool South , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Blackpool South is approximately 183 miles (295 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 39 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Blackpool South.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Blackpool South. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 5 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Reading to Blackpool South

Journeys from Reading to Blackpool South Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    02:24
    7 hrs 3 changes
    09:24
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:14
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:20
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:20
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    12:25
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:20
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    13:25
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:16
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    14:25
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:20
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    15:25
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:18
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    16:26
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:20
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    17:25
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:19
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    18:26
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:18
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    19:25
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:18
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    20:25
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:18
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    21:25
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:20
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    22:25
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:55
    9 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    09:24
    Reading
    Blackpool South
    Reading to Blackpool South

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Blackpool South Station

Station name Blackpool South (BPS)
Address Blackpool South station, Waterloo Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 2FA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Blackpool South

The travel time between Reading and Blackpool South by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Blackpool South vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:31.

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Amenities on trains between Reading and Blackpool South can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading & Blackpool South. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Blackpool South.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Reading and Blackpool South, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.