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Trains from Atherton (ATN) to Reading

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40

train journeys
per day

156

miles (252 kms)

4hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 00:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 5 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Atherton (ATN) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Atherton and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Atherton to Reading is approximately 156 miles (252 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 38 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Atherton to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 18 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Atherton to Reading

Journeys from Atherton to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    00:08
    8 hrs 45 mins5 changes
    08:53
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:06
    4 hrs 20 mins5 changes
    10:26
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:36
    4 hrs 10 mins2 changes
    10:46
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:06
    4 hrs 20 mins5 changes
    11:26
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:22
    4 hrs 11 mins5 changes
    11:33
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:36
    4 hrs 19 mins5 changes
    11:55
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:22
    4 hrs 15 mins5 changes
    12:37
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:36
    4 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    12:39
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:06
    4 hrs 20 mins5 changes
    13:26
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:22
    4 hrs 16 mins5 changes
    13:38
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:36
    4 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    13:41
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:06
    4 hrs 20 mins5 changes
    14:26
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:22
    4 hrs 11 mins5 changes
    14:33
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:36
    4 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    14:42
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:06
    4 hrs 20 mins5 changes
    15:26
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:22
    4 hrs 17 mins5 changes
    15:39
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:36
    4 hrs 19 mins5 changes
    15:55
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:06
    4 hrs 20 mins5 changes
    16:26
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:22
    4 hrs 12 mins5 changes
    16:34
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:36
    4 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    16:40
    Atherton
    Reading
    Atherton to Reading

About Atherton Station

Station name Atherton (ATN)
AddressAtherton station, Upton Road, Atherton, Lancashire, M46 9RH
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:10 - 23:20
Tuesday 06:10 - 23:20
Wednesday 06:10 - 23:20
Thursday 06:10 - 23:20
Friday 06:10 - 23:20
Saturday 06:10 - 23:20
Sunday 09:20 - 18:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
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 Atherton and Reading

The travel time between Atherton and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Atherton and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:16.

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Amenities on trains between Atherton 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 Atherton & Reading. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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