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Trains from Atherton (ATN) to Reading West

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22

train journeys
per day

156

miles (251 kms)

4hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 00:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 6 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Atherton (ATN) to Reading West

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Atherton and Reading West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Atherton to Reading West is approximately 156 miles (251 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 7 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Atherton and Reading West.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Atherton to Reading West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 8 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Atherton to Reading West

Journeys from Atherton to Reading West Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:08
    9 hrs 7 mins 6 changes
    09:15
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:06
    4 hrs 30 mins 6 changes
    10:36
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:36
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    11:10
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:36
    4 hrs 32 mins 6 changes
    12:08
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:36
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    13:11
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:36
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    14:10
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:36
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    15:08
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:36
    4 hrs 34 mins 6 changes
    16:10
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:06
    4 hrs 30 mins 6 changes
    16:36
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:36
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    17:12
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:06
    4 hrs 35 mins 6 changes
    17:41
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:52
    4 hrs 8 mins 6 changes
    18:00
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:06
    4 hrs 29 mins 6 changes
    18:35
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:36
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    19:08
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:06
    4 hrs 38 mins 6 changes
    19:44
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:36
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    20:00
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:36
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    20:55
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:45
    4 hrs 23 mins 5 changes
    22:08
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:22
    4 hrs 33 mins 6 changes
    22:55
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:36
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    00:21
    Atherton
    Reading West
    Atherton to Reading West

About Atherton Station

Station name Atherton (ATN)
Address Atherton station, Upton Road, Atherton, Lancashire, M46 9RH
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 23:20
Tuesday 06:10 - 23:20
Wednesday 06:10 - 23:20
Thursday 06:10 - 23:20
Friday 06:10 - 23:20
Saturday 06:10 - 23:20
Sunday 09:20 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Atherton and Reading West

The travel time between Atherton and Reading West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Atherton and Reading West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:16.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Atherton & Reading West. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Atherton and Reading West.

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