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Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Blackburn (BBN)

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16

train journeys
per day

158

miles (255 kms)

5hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:38 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cathays (CYS) to Blackburn (BBN)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Cathays and Blackburn , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cathays to Blackburn is approximately 158 miles (255 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 4 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cathays to Blackburn. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Cathays to Blackburn Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:38
    5 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    11:34
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    07:31
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    12:34
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    08:31
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    13:34
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    09:31
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    14:34
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    10:31
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    15:34
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    11:31
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    16:34
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    12:31
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    17:34
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    13:31
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    18:35
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    14:31
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    19:34
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    15:31
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    20:34
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    16:31
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    21:34
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    17:31
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    22:34
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    18:31
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    00:03
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    19:46
    9 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    05:33
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    21:31
    10 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    07:49
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    23:31
    10 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    09:34
    Cathays
    Blackburn
    Cathays to Blackburn

About Cathays Station

Station name Cathays (CYS)
Address Cathays station, Plas-y-Parc, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3LU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 18:30
Saturday 09:30 - 15:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Cathays and Blackburn

The travel time between Cathays and Blackburn by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cathays and Blackburn vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Cathays 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 Cathays & Blackburn. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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