From Blackburn to Reading by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Blackburn to Reading by train. With 37 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Blackburn and Reading: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from £82.80, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

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Train times for travel from Blackburn to Reading

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 05:55 and the last departure is 23:47. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:23 and the last train leaves at 23:36. On average, a total of 37 trains make this journey each day.

Blackburn to Reading distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 274 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 3 hours and 54 minutes.

How far in advance Blackburn and Reading tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Blackburn and Reading are available 2 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn even more about travelling from Blackburn to Reading by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Reading.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the journey from Blackburn to Reading by train?

The total distance between Blackburn and Reading by train is 274 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Blackburn to Reading?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at £82.80. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Blackburn to Reading?

Tickets for this journey become available 2 months before the travel date.

How long does the train take from Blackburn to Reading?

The fastest journey takes 3 hours and 54 minutes.