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Blackburn to Oakham by train

First train

05:18

Last train

22:36

Departure station

Blackburn

Arrival station

Oakham

Journey time

From 3h 21m

Distance

104 miles (167 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast

Taking the train from Blackburn to Oakham in 3 hours 21 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Blackburn to Oakham? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 4 hours 59 minutes to travel the 104 miles (167 km) from Blackburn to Oakham by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 21 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Blackburn to Oakham in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Oakham by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Blackburn to Oakham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Blackburn and Oakham by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Blackburn to Oakham is 3 hours and 21 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Blackburn to Oakham?

No, there are no direct train services from Blackburn to Oakham. Travelling from Blackburn to Oakham by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Blackburn to Oakham leave?

The first train from Blackburn to Oakham leaves at 05:18. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Blackburn to Oakham leave?

The last train from Blackburn to Oakham leaves at 22:36. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Blackburn and Oakham by train?

Trains travelling from Blackburn to Oakham cover a distance of around 104 miles (167 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Oakham to Blackburn.

Cheap train tickets from Blackburn to Oakham

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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