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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackburn and Swansea takes 6h 57m and the fastest train takes 5h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Blackburn to Swansea. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 57m
Duration
239 mi
Distance
£96
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Blackburn to Swansea train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Blackburn and Swansea. The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Swansea at 11:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 6h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales6h 10m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales12h 20m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 52m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 52m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 52m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 52m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 52m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 51m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales6h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales6h 11m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales6h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales6h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 52m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 52m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 52m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 52m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedMetrolinkTransport for Wales5h 51m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Blackburn to Swansea? 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.

Map of how to get from Blackburn to Swansea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 238.7 mi
  • Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Blackburn, England and Swansea, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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