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Trains from East Kilbride (EKL) to Reading

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17

train journeys
per day

325

miles (524 kms)

7hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

06:20 / 00:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

3

routes

Trains from East Kilbride (EKL) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between East Kilbride and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from East Kilbride to Reading is approximately 325 miles (524 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 39 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being East Kilbride to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 10 mins.

Map of the rail routes from East Kilbride to Reading

Journeys from East Kilbride to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:20
    7 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    13:38
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:50
    7 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    14:11
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:24
    7 hrs 9 mins4 changes
    14:33
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:29
    7 hrs 10 mins4 changes
    15:39
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:29
    7 hrs 5 mins4 changes
    16:34
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:28
    7 hrs 25 mins4 changes
    17:53
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:57
    7 hrs 14 mins4 changes
    18:11
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:28
    7 hrs 6 mins4 changes
    18:34
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:28
    7 hrs 10 mins4 changes
    19:38
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:28
    6 hrs 58 mins4 changes
    20:26
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:28
    7 hrs 17 mins4 changes
    21:45
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:57
    7 hrs 19 mins4 changes
    22:16
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:28
    7 hrs 13 mins4 changes
    22:41
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:28
    7 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    23:38
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:25
    8 hrs 16 mins4 changes
    01:41
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    22:28
    10 hrs 13 mins4 changes
    08:41
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    23:57
    10 hrs 41 mins4 changes
    10:38
    East Kilbride
    Reading
    East Kilbride to Reading

About East Kilbride Station

Station name East Kilbride (EKL)
AddressEast Kilbride station, Torrance Road, West Mains, East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, G74 1AR
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 23:25
Saturday 07:00 - 23:25
Sunday 09:40 - 17:20
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
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 East Kilbride and Reading

The travel time between East Kilbride and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between East Kilbride and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

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Amenities on trains between East Kilbride 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 East Kilbride & Reading. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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