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Trains from Accrington (ACR) to Reading

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30

train journeys
per day

169

miles (272 kms)

4hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

07:12 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Accrington (ACR) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Accrington and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Accrington to Reading is approximately 169 miles (272 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 13 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Accrington to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 26 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Accrington to Reading

Journeys from Accrington to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:12
    4 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    11:33
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:23
    4 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    12:11
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:12
    4 hrs 25 mins4 changes
    12:37
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:23
    4 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    13:11
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:12
    4 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    13:38
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:23
    4 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    14:11
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:12
    4 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    14:33
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:23
    4 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    15:11
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:12
    4 hrs 27 mins4 changes
    15:39
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:23
    4 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    16:11
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:12
    4 hrs 22 mins4 changes
    16:34
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:23
    4 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    17:11
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:59
    4 hrs 41 mins3 changes
    17:40
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:12
    4 hrs 41 mins4 changes
    17:53
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:23
    4 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    18:11
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:12
    4 hrs 22 mins4 changes
    18:34
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:23
    4 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    19:11
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:12
    4 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    19:38
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:23
    4 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    20:11
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:12
    4 hrs 14 mins4 changes
    20:26
    Accrington
    Reading
    Accrington to Reading

About Accrington Station

Station name Accrington (ACR)
AddressAccrington station, Eagle Street, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 1LJ
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:40 - 15:00
Tuesday 06:40 - 15:00
Wednesday 06:40 - 15:00
Thursday 06:40 - 15:00
Friday 06:40 - 15:00
Saturday 06:40 - 15:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Accrington and Reading

The travel time between Accrington and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Accrington and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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Amenities on trains between Accrington 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 Accrington & Reading. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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