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Trains from Reading West to Carnforth (CNF)

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17

train journeys
per day

199

miles (320 kms)

4hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

06:08 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Reading West to Carnforth (CNF)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Carnforth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Carnforth is approximately 199 miles (320 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 14 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Carnforth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Carnforth Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:08
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    10:24
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:29
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:11
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:02
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    12:56
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:59
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    13:29
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:51
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    14:57
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:53
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    16:11
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:46
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    17:01
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:59
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    17:36
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:45
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    19:23
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:49
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    20:40
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:52
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    21:41
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:00
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    23:41
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:31
    10 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    05:48
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:37
    10 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    10:24
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:37
    11 hrs 23 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:00
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:45
    11 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    11:00
    Reading West
    Carnforth
    Reading West to Carnforth

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
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 Carnforth Station

Station name Carnforth (CNF)
Address Carnforth station, Market Street, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 9ET
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 West and Carnforth

The travel time between Reading West and Carnforth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Carnforth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West and Carnforth 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 West & Carnforth. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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