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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackpool and Reading takes 5h 9m and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 9m
Duration
228 mi
Distance
£114
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Blackpool to Reading train times

Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Reading. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Reading at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country10h 25m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 49m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 46m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 49m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 46m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 47m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 47m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 49m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 45m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 45m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 45m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 45m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 49m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 46m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 49m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 46m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 47m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 49m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 46m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 47m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Reading? 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 Blackpool to Reading.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 227.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Reading via Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 25m.

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