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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Blackburn (BBN)

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20

train journeys
per day

159

miles (257 kms)

4hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 23:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Blackburn (BBN)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Blackburn , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Blackburn is approximately 159 miles (257 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 32 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Blackburn.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Blackburn. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Blackburn Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:35
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:38
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:35
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:34
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    4 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:49
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:34
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:53
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:34
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:52
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:34
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:53
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    16:34
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:49
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    17:34
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:56
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    18:35
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:49
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    19:34
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:49
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    20:34
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:22
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    21:00
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:49
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    21:34
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:49
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    22:34
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:25
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    23:03
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:55
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    00:03
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:15
    9 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    06:34
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:55
    9 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    07:49
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:30
    10 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    09:50
    Cardiff Central
    Blackburn
    Cardiff Central to Blackburn

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Blackburn Station

Station name Blackburn (BBN)
Address Blackburn station, Railway Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 1EX
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 06:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 06:40 - 18:00
Thursday 06:40 - 18:00
Friday 06:40 - 19:00
Saturday 06:40 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Central and Blackburn

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Blackburn by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Blackburn vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:46.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central and Blackburn can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central & Blackburn. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Blackburn.

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