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Trains from Reading West to Blackburn (BBN)

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17

train journeys
per day

170

miles (274 kms)

5hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Reading West to Blackburn (BBN)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Blackburn , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Blackburn is approximately 170 miles (274 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 16 mins.

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

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

Journeys from Reading West to Blackburn Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:52
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    11:00
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    06:56
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    12:00
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    13:00
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    5 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    14:00
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    09:51
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:00
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    16:00
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    17:00
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    12:45
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    18:04
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    13:51
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    19:00
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    14:45
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    20:01
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    15:49
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    21:00
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    16:52
    5 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    22:34
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    17:42
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    23:03
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    19:00
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    00:03
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    19:31
    10 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    05:33
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    23:37
    11 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    10:50
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn
  • Mon 6th May
    23:45
    12 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Reading West
    Blackburn
    Reading West to Blackburn

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend 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 Reading West and Blackburn

The travel time between Reading West and Blackburn by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Blackburn vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West 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 Reading West & Blackburn. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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