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Trains from Longton (LGN) to Reading

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27

train journeys
per day

116

miles (188 kms)

3hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

06:39 / 21:36

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Longton (LGN) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Longton and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Longton to Reading is approximately 116 miles (188 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 29 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Longton and Reading.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Longton to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 8 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Longton to Reading

Journeys from Longton to Reading Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:39
    3 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    10:26
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:28
    3 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:34
    3 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    11:02
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:30
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    11:41
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:39
    3 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    12:23
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:30
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    12:39
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:39
    3 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    13:12
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:30
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    13:41
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:39
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:30
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    14:42
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:39
    3 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    15:07
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:39
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:30
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    16:40
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:31
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    17:40
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:39
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:30
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    18:41
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:39
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    19:16
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:30
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    19:41
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:38
    3 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    20:26
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:31
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    21:11
    Longton
    Reading
    Longton to Reading

About Longton Station

Station name Longton (LGN)
Address Longton station, King Street, Longton, Staffordshire, ST3 1EZ
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Longton and Reading

The travel time between Longton and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Longton and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:36.

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Amenities on trains between Longton 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 Longton & Reading. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Longton and Reading.

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