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Trains from Greenock Central (GKC) to Reading

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13

train journeys
per day

346

miles (557 kms)

8hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 00:13

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Greenock Central (GKC) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Greenock Central and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Greenock Central to Reading is approximately 346 miles (557 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 18 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Greenock Central and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Greenock Central to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Greenock Central to Reading Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:30
    8 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    14:23
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    06:23
    9 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    15:39
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    07:34
    8 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    16:23
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    08:03
    8 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    16:40
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    08:50
    8 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    8 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    10:50
    8 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    19:41
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    11:50
    8 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    20:43
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    12:50
    9 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    22:11
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    13:50
    8 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    22:38
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    14:50
    9 hrs 2 changes
    23:50
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    20:31
    11 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    08:26
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    23:31
    11 hrs 3 changes
    10:31
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading

About Greenock Central Station

Station name Greenock Central (GKC)
Address Greenock Central station, Station Avenue, Greenock, Inverclyde, PA15 1DH
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:20 - 20:34
Saturday 07:20 - 20:34
Sunday 09:20 - 17:30
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 Unavailable

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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Greenock Central and Reading

The travel time between Greenock Central and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Greenock Central and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:13.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Greenock Central & Reading. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Greenock Central and Reading.

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