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Trains from Blackpool South (BPS) to Reading

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15

train journeys
per day

183

miles (295 kms)

5hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

05:29 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Blackpool South (BPS) to Reading

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

The distance by rail from Blackpool South to Reading is approximately 183 miles (295 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 52 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Blackpool South to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Blackpool South to Reading Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:29
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    07:30
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    13:41
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    09:29
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    14:42
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    10:30
    5 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    16:23
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    11:30
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:40
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    12:30
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    13:30
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    14:30
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    19:41
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    15:30
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    20:43
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    16:30
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    21:39
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    17:30
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    22:38
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    18:30
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    23:50
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    22:30
    10 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    23:27
    9 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading

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

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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Blackpool South and Reading

The travel time between Blackpool South and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Blackpool South and Reading 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 05:29, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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

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

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

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