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Trains from Greenock Central (GKC) to Reading

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18

train journeys
per day

346

miles (557 kms)

7hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:28 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Greenock Central (GKC) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Greenock Central 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 Greenock Central to Reading is approximately 346 miles (557 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 32 mins.

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

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

Map of the rail routes from Greenock Central to Reading

Journeys from Greenock Central to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:28
    7 hrs 9 mins4 changes
    12:37
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:29
    7 hrs 9 mins4 changes
    13:38
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:04
    7 hrs 7 mins4 changes
    14:11
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:39
    6 hrs 54 mins4 changes
    14:33
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:34
    7 hrs 5 mins4 changes
    15:39
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:34
    7 hrs4 changes
    16:34
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:34
    7 hrs 19 mins4 changes
    17:53
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:04
    7 hrs 7 mins4 changes
    18:11
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:34
    7 hrs4 changes
    18:34
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:34
    7 hrs 4 mins4 changes
    19:38
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:34
    6 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    20:26
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:34
    7 hrs 11 mins4 changes
    21:45
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:04
    7 hrs 12 mins4 changes
    22:16
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:34
    7 hrs 7 mins4 changes
    22:41
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:35
    7 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    23:38
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:34
    8 hrs 7 mins4 changes
    01:41
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    22:34
    10 hrs 7 mins4 changes
    08:41
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    23:34
    11 hrs 4 mins4 changes
    10:38
    Greenock Central
    Reading
    Greenock Central to Reading

About Greenock Central Station

Station name Greenock Central (GKC)
AddressGreenock Central station, Station Avenue, Greenock, Inverclyde, PA15 1DH
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 07:20 - 20:34
Saturday 07:20 - 20:34
Sunday 09:20 - 17:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
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 Greenock Central and Reading

The travel time between Greenock Central and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Greenock Central 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 05:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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

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

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