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Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Reading West

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19

train journeys
per day

174

miles (281 kms)

3hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Reading West

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Preston (Lancs) and Reading West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Preston (Lancs) to Reading West is approximately 174 miles (281 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 17 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Reading West.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Preston (Lancs) to Reading West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Preston (Lancs) to Reading West Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:33
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    09:36
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:00
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    10:10
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:58
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    10:36
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:18
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:14
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:01
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    11:35
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:01
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:01
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:35
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:01
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    14:35
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:01
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    15:35
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:01
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    16:36
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:01
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    17:41
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:01
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    18:35
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:01
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    19:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:01
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    20:55
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:01
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    22:08
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:07
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    22:55
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:01
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    00:21
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    21:18
    8 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    05:19
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:49
    9 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Preston (Lancs)
    Reading West
    Preston (Lancs) to Reading West

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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

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 Preston (Lancs) and Reading West

The travel time between Preston (Lancs) and Reading West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Preston (Lancs) and Reading West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

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Amenities on trains between Preston (Lancs) 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 Preston (Lancs) & Reading West. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Reading West.

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