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Trains from Prescot (PSC) to Reading

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21

train journeys
per day

156

miles (251 kms)

4hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

06:17 / 23:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Prescot (PSC) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Prescot and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Prescot to Reading is approximately 156 miles (251 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 12 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Prescot to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from Prescot to Reading Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:17
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    11:11
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    06:47
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    07:49
    4 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    08:18
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:11
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    08:47
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:41
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    09:47
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    14:42
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    10:19
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    15:17
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    10:46
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:41
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    11:47
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    16:40
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    12:19
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    17:23
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    12:47
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    13:47
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    14:19
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    19:21
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    14:47
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    19:41
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    15:47
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    20:43
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    16:19
    4 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    21:16
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    16:47
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    21:39
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    17:47
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    22:38
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    18:47
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    23:50
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    19:18
    6 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    01:40
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading

About Prescot Station

Station name Prescot (PSC)
Address Prescot station, Bridge Road, Prescot, Merseyside, L34 5SN
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:45 - 23:30
Tuesday 05:45 - 23:30
Wednesday 05:45 - 23:30
Thursday 05:45 - 23:30
Friday 05:45 - 23:30
Saturday 05:45 - 23:30
Sunday 08:15 - 23:30
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Prescot and Reading

The travel time between Prescot and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Prescot and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

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Amenities on trains between Prescot 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 Prescot & Reading. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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