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Trains from Gretna Green (GEA) to Reading

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15

train journeys
per day

259

miles (418 kms)

5hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

00:14 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Gretna Green (GEA) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Gretna Green 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 Gretna Green to Reading is approximately 259 miles (418 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 54 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gretna Green to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 13 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Gretna Green to Reading

Journeys from Gretna Green to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    00:14
    8 hrs 27 mins4 changes
    08:41
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:21
    5 hrs 17 mins4 changes
    10:38
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:28
    6 hrs 9 mins4 changes
    12:37
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:39
    5 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    13:12
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:22
    5 hrs 16 mins4 changes
    13:38
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:26
    5 hrs 13 mins4 changes
    15:39
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:29
    5 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    17:14
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:23
    5 hrs 30 mins4 changes
    17:53
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:24
    5 hrs 10 mins4 changes
    18:34
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:22
    5 hrs 16 mins4 changes
    19:38
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:26
    5 hrs 19 mins4 changes
    21:45
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:31
    5 hrs 10 mins4 changes
    22:41
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    18:25
    5 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    23:38
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    19:27
    6 hrs 14 mins4 changes
    01:41
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    23:35
    9 hrs 6 mins4 changes
    08:41
    Gretna Green
    Reading
    Gretna Green to Reading

About Gretna Green Station

Station name Gretna Green (GEA)
AddressGretna Green station, Station Road, off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, Dumfries & Galloway, DG16 5HF
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureUnavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
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 Gretna Green and Reading

The travel time between Gretna Green and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gretna Green 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 00:14, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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Amenities on trains between Gretna Green 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 Gretna Green & Reading. owever, there are 15 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 Gretna Green and Reading.

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