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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackpool and Reading takes 5h 31m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. 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 31m
Duration
218 mi
Distance
£118
Average price
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Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain train Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 5m
£91–147

Blackpool to Reading train times

Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Reading. The earliest departure is at 5:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Reading at 7:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 5h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 218.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Reading via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 5m.

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