The average train between Blackburn and Reading takes 9h 44m and the fastest train takes 4h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Blackburn to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Blackburn and Reading. The earliest departure is at 8:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Reading at 10:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 9h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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9h 41m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Blackburn to Reading? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Reading. However, there are services departing from Blackburn station and arriving at Reading station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.
Blackburn to Reading train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Blackburn to Reading train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Blackburn to Reading train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Cross Country.
The distance between Blackburn and Reading is 274.7 km. The road distance is 328 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 3h 16m.