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Trains from Reading to Prestonpans (PST)

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15

train journeys
per day

321

miles (517 kms)

6hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

03:54 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

1

route

Trains from Reading to Prestonpans (PST)

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

The distance by rail from Reading to Prestonpans is approximately 321 miles (517 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 35 mins.

ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, GWR, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Prestonpans.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Prestonpans. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Prestonpans Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    03:54
    7 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    10:55
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:35
    6 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    11:56
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:43
    6 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    12:54
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:42
    6 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    13:54
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:41
    6 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    14:53
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:47
    6 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:49
    6 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:04
    6 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    17:28
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:47
    6 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    18:00
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:47
    6 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    18:57
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:48
    6 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    19:53
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:48
    6 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    20:54
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:45
    6 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    21:54
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:46
    6 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    23:28
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:55
    11 hrs 3 changes
    10:55
    Reading
    Prestonpans
    Reading to Prestonpans

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

About Prestonpans Station

Station name Prestonpans (PST)
Address Prestonpans station, Johnnie Cope's Road, Prestonpans, East Lothian, EH33 1NG
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Prestonpans

The travel time between Reading and Prestonpans by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Prestonpans 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 03:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading & Prestonpans. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, GWR, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Prestonpans.

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