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Trains from Reading to Westhoughton (WHG)

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20

train journeys
per day

159

miles (256 kms)

4hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

02:24 / 00:31

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 6 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading to Westhoughton (WHG)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Westhoughton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Westhoughton is approximately 159 miles (256 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 26 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Westhoughton.

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

Map of the rail routes from Reading to Westhoughton

Journeys from Reading to Westhoughton Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    02:24
    5 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    08:17
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    03:54
    5 hrs 45 mins 6 changes
    09:39
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:14
    3 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    09:49
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    10:17
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:20
    3 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    10:49
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:20
    3 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    11:49
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:20
    3 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    12:49
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:16
    3 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    13:49
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:20
    3 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    14:49
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:18
    3 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    15:49
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:20
    3 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    16:49
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:19
    3 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    17:49
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:18
    3 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    18:49
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    20:17
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:18
    3 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    20:17
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:18
    3 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    20:49
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:20
    3 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    21:49
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:18
    4 hrs 17 mins 4 changes
    23:35
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:15
    10 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    06:40
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:55
    8 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    08:17
    Reading
    Westhoughton
    Reading to Westhoughton

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 Westhoughton Station

Station name Westhoughton (WHG)
Address Westhoughton station, Church Street, Westhoughton, Greater Manchester, BL5 3LE
Managed by NT

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 Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Westhoughton

The travel time between Reading and Westhoughton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Westhoughton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:31.

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Amenities on trains between Reading and Westhoughton 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 & Westhoughton. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Westhoughton.

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