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Trains from Birchwood (BWD) to Reading

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41

train journeys
per day

150

miles (241 kms)

4hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

06:29 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 5 changes)

8

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Birchwood (BWD) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Birchwood and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birchwood to Reading is approximately 150 miles (241 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 32 mins.

West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, GWR, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birchwood and Reading.

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

Map of the rail routes from Birchwood to Reading

Journeys from Birchwood to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:29
    3 hrs 57 mins5 changes
    10:26
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:47
    3 hrs 59 mins1 change
    10:46
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:10
    4 hrs 1 min5 changes
    11:11
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:21
    4 hrs 5 mins5 changes
    11:26
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:29
    4 hrs 4 mins5 changes
    11:33
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:50
    3 hrs 51 mins1 change
    11:41
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:10
    4 hrs 1 min5 changes
    12:11
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:42
    3 hrs 55 mins5 changes
    12:37
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:52
    3 hrs 47 mins1 change
    12:39
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:08
    4 hrs 3 mins5 changes
    13:11
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:42
    3 hrs 56 mins5 changes
    13:38
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:47
    3 hrs 54 mins1 change
    13:41
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:11
    4 hrs5 changes
    14:11
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:29
    4 hrs 4 mins5 changes
    14:33
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:47
    3 hrs 55 mins1 change
    14:42
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:11
    4 hrs5 changes
    15:11
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:29
    4 hrs 10 mins5 changes
    15:39
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:47
    3 hrs 55 mins1 change
    15:42
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:11
    4 hrs5 changes
    16:11
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:29
    4 hrs 5 mins5 changes
    16:34
    Birchwood
    Reading
    Birchwood to Reading

About Birchwood Station

Station name Birchwood (BWD)
AddressBirchwood station, Dewhurst Road, Birchwood, Cheshire, WA3 7PU
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:10 - 22:00
Tuesday 06:10 - 22:00
Wednesday 06:10 - 22:00
Thursday 06:10 - 22:00
Friday 06:10 - 22:00
Saturday 06:10 - 22:00
Sunday 08:10 - 22:00
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 Birchwood and Reading

The travel time between Birchwood and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birchwood and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:29, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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Amenities on trains between Birchwood 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 Birchwood & Reading. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, GWR, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birchwood and Reading.

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