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Trains from Reading West to Gainsborough Stations

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17

train journeys
per day

134

miles (217 kms)

3hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

06:08 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Reading West to Gainsborough Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Gainsborough Stations , 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 Gainsborough Stations is approximately 134 miles (217 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 14 mins.

GWR, Northern Rail, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Gainsborough Stations.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Gainsborough Stations Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:08
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    09:37
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:38
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    10:10
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:29
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    11:37
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:02
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    12:36
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:59
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    13:31
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:51
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    14:33
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:32
    4 hrs 2 changes
    15:32
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:46
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    16:31
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:59
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    17:33
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:17
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    18:03
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:51
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    18:33
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:16
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    19:10
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:33
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:49
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    20:33
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:31
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    21:47
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:37
    10 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    10:34
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:45
    12 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    12:09
    Reading West
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading West to Gainsborough Lea Road

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 Gainsborough Stations Station

Station name Gainsborough Stations (79)
Address Gainsborough Lea Road station, Lea Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1AH
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
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 Gainsborough Stations

The travel time between Reading West and Gainsborough Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Gainsborough Stations 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 Gainsborough Stations 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 & Gainsborough Stations. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Northern Rail, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Gainsborough Stations.

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