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Trains from Helensburgh Central (HLC) to Reading

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16

train journeys
per day

349

miles (563 kms)

7hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

06:25 / 00:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 5 changes)

7

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Helensburgh Central (HLC) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Helensburgh Central and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Helensburgh Central to Reading is approximately 349 miles (563 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 10 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Helensburgh Central to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 15 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Helensburgh Central to Reading

Journeys from Helensburgh Central to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:25
    7 hrs 13 mins5 changes
    13:38
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:54
    7 hrs 17 mins5 changes
    14:11
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:25
    7 hrs 8 mins5 changes
    14:33
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:25
    7 hrs 14 mins5 changes
    15:39
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:25
    7 hrs 9 mins5 changes
    16:34
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:25
    7 hrs 28 mins5 changes
    17:53
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:25
    7 hrs 9 mins5 changes
    18:34
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:25
    7 hrs 13 mins5 changes
    19:38
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:24
    7 hrs 2 mins5 changes
    20:26
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:22
    7 hrs 23 mins5 changes
    21:45
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:24
    7 hrs 17 mins5 changes
    22:41
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:23
    7 hrs 15 mins4 changes
    23:38
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:25
    8 hrs 16 mins5 changes
    01:41
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    22:02
    10 hrs 39 mins5 changes
    08:41
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    22:31
    12 hrs 7 mins5 changes
    10:38
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    23:32
    13 hrs 5 mins5 changes
    12:37
    Helensburgh Central
    Reading
    Helensburgh Central to Reading

About Helensburgh Central Station

Station name Helensburgh Central (HLC)
AddressHelensburgh Central station, East Princes Street, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute, G84 7QF
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:55 - 00:00
Tuesday 05:55 - 00:00
Wednesday 05:55 - 00:00
Thursday 05:55 - 00:00
Friday 05:55 - 00:00
Saturday 05:55 - 00:00
Sunday 07:50 - 23:45
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 Helensburgh Central and Reading

The travel time between Helensburgh Central and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Helensburgh Central and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:14.

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Amenities on trains between Helensburgh 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 Helensburgh Central & Reading. owever, there are 16 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 Helensburgh Central and Reading.

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