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Trip Overview

The average train between Swansea and Blackburn takes 6h 3m and the fastest train takes 5h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Swansea 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.

6h 3m
Duration
246 mi
Distance
£92
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Swansea to Blackburn train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Swansea and Blackburn. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swansea is at 5:37 PM which arrives into Blackburn at 5:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 6h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesLumoNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesLumoNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesLumoNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 10m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesLumoNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 16m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 27m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 53m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesLumoNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesLumoNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Swansea 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 Swansea to Blackburn.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 246 mi
  • Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Blackburn via Crewe and Preston in around 5h 31m.

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