The average train between Oxford and Blackburn takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Oxford to Blackburn. 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 hourly between Oxford and Blackburn. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Blackburn at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 53m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Oxford to Blackburn? 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 Oxford to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Blackburn station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Oxford to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Blackburn train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Oxford to Blackburn train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Oxford and Blackburn is 237 km. The road distance is 284 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Oxford to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 50m.