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Trains from Bootle Stations to Reading

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15

train journeys
per day

161

miles (260 kms)

4hrs

fastest journey

06:39 / 00:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Bootle Stations to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Bootle Stations and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bootle Stations to Reading is approximately 161 miles (260 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 9 mins.

Merseyrail, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Bootle Stations and Reading.

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

Map of the rail routes from Bootle Stations  to Reading

Journeys from Bootle Stations to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:39
    4 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    10:46
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:39
    4 hrs 2 mins3 changes
    11:41
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:39
    4 hrs3 changes
    12:39
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:54
    4 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    13:12
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:54
    4 hrs 48 mins3 changes
    14:42
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:54
    4 hrs 48 mins3 changes
    15:42
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:54
    4 hrs 46 mins3 changes
    16:40
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:54
    4 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    17:14
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:54
    4 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    18:41
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:24
    4 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    19:41
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:39
    4 hrs 4 mins3 changes
    20:43
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:54
    4 hrs 44 mins3 changes
    22:38
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    18:54
    4 hrs 44 mins3 changes
    23:38
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    22:54
    9 hrs 51 mins3 changes
    08:45
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    23:54
    9 hrs 46 mins3 changes
    09:40
    Bootle Oriel Road
    Reading
    Bootle Oriel Road to Reading

About Bootle Stations Station

Station name Bootle Stations (16)
AddressBirmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
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 Bootle Stations and Reading

The travel time between Bootle Stations and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bootle Stations and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:04.

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Amenities on trains between Bootle Stations 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 Bootle Stations & Reading. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Merseyrail, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Bootle Stations and Reading.

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