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Trip Overview

The average train between Oxford and Blackburn takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. 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.

4h 48m
Duration
177 mi
Distance
£90
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Oxford to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
  2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain train Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
4h 9m
£77–117

Oxford to Blackburn train times

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 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

Map of how to get from Oxford to Blackburn.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 176.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Blackburn, England?

You can take a train from Oxford to Blackburn via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 4h 9m.

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