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Trains from Reading Stations to Liverpool Central

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36

train journeys
per day

159

miles (256 kms)

3hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Reading Stations to Liverpool Central

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Reading Stations and Liverpool Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading Stations to Liverpool Central is approximately 159 miles (256 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 24 mins.

GWR, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Liverpool Central.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Liverpool Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Reading Stations to Liverpool Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:35
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    09:20
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:19
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    10:20
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:53
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    11:20
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:51
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    12:00
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:36
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:20
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:41
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    13:00
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:35
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    13:20
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:34
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    14:20
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:47
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    15:00
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:34
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:47
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    16:00
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:34
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:33
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    17:20
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:15
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    17:53
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:35
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    18:20
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    18:30
    Reading
    Liverpool Central
    Reading to Liverpool Central

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address Liverpool Lime Street station, Lime Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JD
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Sunday 07:15 - 23:05
Monday to Friday 05:00 - 23:38
Saturday 05:00 - 23:38
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 Unavailable

About Liverpool Central Station

Station name Liverpool Central (LVC)
Address Liverpool Central station, Ranelagh Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JT
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:25 - 00:16
Tuesday 05:25 - 00:16
Wednesday 05:25 - 00:16
Thursday 05:25 - 00:16
Friday 05:25 - 00:16
Saturday 05:25 - 00:16
Sunday 07:45 - 00:16
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading Stations and Liverpool Central

The travel time between Reading Stations and Liverpool Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading Stations and Liverpool Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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Amenities on trains between Reading Stations and Liverpool Central 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 Stations & Liverpool Central. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Liverpool Central.

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