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Trains from Alexandria (ALX) to Reading

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16

train journeys
per day

346

miles (556 kms)

7hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

06:10 / 22:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 5 changes)

7

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Alexandria (ALX) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Alexandria and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Alexandria to Reading is approximately 346 miles (556 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 45 mins.

West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, GWR, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Alexandria and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Alexandria to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 28 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Alexandria to Reading

Journeys from Alexandria to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:10
    7 hrs 28 mins5 changes
    13:38
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:40
    7 hrs 31 mins5 changes
    14:11
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:10
    7 hrs 23 mins5 changes
    14:33
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:10
    7 hrs 29 mins5 changes
    15:39
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:11
    7 hrs 23 mins5 changes
    16:34
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:10
    7 hrs 43 mins5 changes
    17:53
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:40
    7 hrs 31 mins5 changes
    18:11
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:10
    7 hrs 24 mins5 changes
    18:34
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:10
    7 hrs 28 mins5 changes
    19:38
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:10
    7 hrs 16 mins5 changes
    20:26
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:10
    7 hrs 35 mins5 changes
    21:45
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:40
    7 hrs 36 mins5 changes
    22:16
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:10
    7 hrs 31 mins5 changes
    22:41
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:10
    7 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    23:38
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:11
    8 hrs 30 mins5 changes
    01:41
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    21:45
    10 hrs 56 mins5 changes
    08:41
    Alexandria
    Reading
    Alexandria to Reading

About Alexandria Station

Station name Alexandria (ALX)
AddressAlexandria station, 200 Bank Street, Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire, G83 0UL
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:45 - 19:39
Tuesday 06:45 - 19:39
Wednesday 06:45 - 19:39
Thursday 06:45 - 19:39
Friday 06:45 - 19:39
Saturday 06:45 - 19:39
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
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 Alexandria and Reading

The travel time between Alexandria and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Alexandria and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:09.

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Amenities on trains between Alexandria 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 Alexandria & Reading. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, GWR, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Alexandria and Reading.

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