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Trains from Gainsborough Stations to Reading

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18

train journeys
per day

134

miles (216 kms)

4hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

07:44 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Gainsborough Stations to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Gainsborough Stations and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gainsborough Stations to Reading is approximately 134 miles (216 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 31 mins.

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, GWR, First TransPennine Express, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Gainsborough Stations and Reading.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 5 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Gainsborough Stations to Reading

Journeys from Gainsborough Stations to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:44
    4 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    12:28
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:07
    4 hrs 5 mins1 change
    13:12
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:36
    4 hrs 40 mins2 changes
    14:16
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:11
    4 hrs 29 mins2 changes
    14:40
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:39
    4 hrs 36 mins2 changes
    15:15
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:42
    4 hrs 34 mins2 changes
    16:16
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:36
    4 hrs 38 mins2 changes
    17:14
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:14
    4 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    17:34
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:49
    4 hrs 28 mins2 changes
    18:17
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:36
    4 hrs 40 mins2 changes
    19:16
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:19
    4 hrs 51 mins2 changes
    20:10
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:42
    4 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    20:34
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:38
    4 hrs 55 mins2 changes
    21:33
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:47
    4 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    22:32
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    18:44
    4 hrs 54 mins2 changes
    23:38
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    19:48
    10 hrs 10 mins2 changes
    05:58
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    21:13
    10 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    07:25
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    23:05
    9 hrs 40 mins2 changes
    08:45
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Reading
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Reading

About Gainsborough Stations Station

Station name Gainsborough Stations (79)
AddressCheltenham Spa station, Queens Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 8NP
Managed byGW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
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 Gainsborough Stations and Reading

The travel time between Gainsborough Stations and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gainsborough Stations and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Gainsborough 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 Gainsborough Stations & Reading. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, GWR, First TransPennine Express, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Gainsborough Stations and Reading.

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