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Trains from Blackpool South (BPS) to Reading Stations

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18

train journeys
per day

183

miles (296 kms)

4hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

05:29 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Blackpool South (BPS) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Blackpool South and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Blackpool South to Reading Stations is approximately 183 miles (296 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 41 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Blackpool South and Reading Stations.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Blackpool South to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Blackpool South to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:29
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    10:23
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:31
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    11:23
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:30
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    12:23
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:30
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:29
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    14:23
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:30
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    15:23
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:30
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    16:23
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:30
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    17:23
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:30
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    18:21
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    14:30
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    19:21
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:30
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    20:23
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    16:30
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    21:25
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:30
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    22:38
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    18:30
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    23:50
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    19:30
    5 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    01:11
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    20:30
    7 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    04:24
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    22:30
    10 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    23:27
    9 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Blackpool South
    Reading
    Blackpool South to Reading

About Blackpool South Station

Station name Blackpool South (BPS)
Address Blackpool South station, Waterloo Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 2FA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Blackpool South and Reading Stations

The travel time between Blackpool South and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Blackpool South and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:29, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Blackpool South and Reading Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Blackpool South & Reading Stations. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Blackpool South and Reading Stations.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Blackpool South and Reading Stations, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.