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Trains from Ainsdale (ANS) to Reading

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28

train journeys
per day

171

miles (276 kms)

4hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

00:13 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 6 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ainsdale (ANS) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Ainsdale and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ainsdale to Reading is approximately 171 miles (276 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 31 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ainsdale to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 43 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ainsdale to Reading

Journeys from Ainsdale to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    00:13
    10 hrs 13 mins6 changes
    10:26
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:58
    4 hrs 48 mins3 changes
    10:46
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:28
    4 hrs 43 mins4 changes
    11:11
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:39
    4 hrs 54 mins6 changes
    11:33
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:58
    4 hrs 43 mins3 changes
    11:41
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:28
    4 hrs 43 mins4 changes
    12:11
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:39
    4 hrs 58 mins6 changes
    12:37
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:58
    4 hrs 41 mins3 changes
    12:39
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:43
    4 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    13:11
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:43
    4 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    14:11
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:43
    4 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    15:11
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:43
    4 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    16:11
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:43
    4 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    17:11
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:43
    4 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    18:11
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:28
    4 hrs 43 mins4 changes
    19:11
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:39
    4 hrs 59 mins6 changes
    19:38
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:58
    4 hrs 43 mins3 changes
    19:41
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:43
    4 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    20:11
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:58
    4 hrs 45 mins3 changes
    20:43
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:43
    4 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    21:11
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading

About Ainsdale Station

Station name Ainsdale (ANS)
AddressAinsdale station, Station Road, Ainsdale, Merseyside, PR8 3HJ
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:32 - 00:27
Tuesday 05:32 - 00:27
Wednesday 05:32 - 00:27
Thursday 05:32 - 00:27
Friday 05:32 - 00:27
Saturday 05:32 - 00:27
Sunday 07:52 - 00:27
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

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 Ainsdale and Reading

The travel time between Ainsdale and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ainsdale and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Ainsdale 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 Ainsdale & Reading. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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