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Trains from Hale (Manchester) (HAL) to Reading West

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15

train journeys
per day

144

miles (233 kms)

4hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

06:53 / 00:28

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Hale (Manchester) (HAL) to Reading West

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Hale (Manchester) and Reading West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hale (Manchester) to Reading West is approximately 144 miles (233 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 34 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Hale (Manchester) and Reading West.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hale (Manchester) to Reading West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Hale (Manchester) to Reading West Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:53
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:48
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:08
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:53
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:53
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:10
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:53
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:08
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:53
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    16:10
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:53
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:53
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    18:00
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:53
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    19:08
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:53
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    20:00
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:53
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    20:55
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:53
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    22:08
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:53
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    22:55
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:53
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    00:21
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:49
    9 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Hale (Manchester)
    Reading West
    Hale (Manchester) to Reading West

About Hale (Manchester) Station

Station name Hale (Manchester) (HAL)
Address Hale station, Ashley Road, Hale, Greater Manchester, WA14 2UZ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:10 - 13:50
Weekend Closed
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 Hale (Manchester) and Reading West

The travel time between Hale (Manchester) and Reading West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hale (Manchester) and Reading West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:28.

First class tickets on trains between Hale (Manchester) and Reading West typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Hale (Manchester) 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 Hale (Manchester) & Reading West. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Hale (Manchester) and Reading West.

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