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Trains from Reading to Lincoln (LCN)

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17

train journeys
per day

123

miles (198 kms)

3hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

06:42 / 00:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Reading to Lincoln (LCN)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Lincoln , 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 to Lincoln is approximately 123 miles (198 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 10 mins.

Northern Rail, GWR, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Lincoln.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Lincoln. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Lincoln Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:42
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:15
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:57
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:16
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    13:54
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:02
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:47
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    17:58
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:48
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    18:02
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:14
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:18
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    20:34
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:20
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    20:37
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:14
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    20:57
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:50
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    21:03
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:54
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    00:17
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:14
    9 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    06:34
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:34
    10 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    07:43
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:33
    10 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:49
    Reading
    Lincoln
    Reading to Lincoln

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

About Lincoln Station

Station name Lincoln (LCN)
Address Lincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 19:30
Saturday 05:00 - 19:30
Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
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 Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Lincoln

The travel time between Reading and Lincoln by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Lincoln 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 06:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:55.

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

Northern Rail, GWR, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Lincoln.

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