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Trains from Ormskirk (OMS) to Reading

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35

train journeys
per day

166

miles (268 kms)

4hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

05:51 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Ormskirk (OMS) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Ormskirk and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ormskirk to Reading is approximately 166 miles (268 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 15 mins.

CrossCountry, Merseyrail, Northern Rail, GWR, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Ormskirk and Reading.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ormskirk to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 35 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ormskirk to Reading

Journeys from Ormskirk to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:51
    4 hrs 55 mins3 changes
    10:46
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:21
    4 hrs 50 mins4 changes
    11:11
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:46
    4 hrs 47 mins4 changes
    11:33
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:06
    4 hrs 35 mins3 changes
    11:41
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:36
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    12:11
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:46
    4 hrs 51 mins4 changes
    12:37
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:06
    4 hrs 33 mins3 changes
    12:39
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:36
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    13:11
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:46
    4 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    13:38
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:21
    4 hrs 50 mins4 changes
    14:11
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:46
    4 hrs 47 mins4 changes
    14:33
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:36
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    15:11
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:46
    4 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    15:39
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:36
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    16:11
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:46
    4 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    16:34
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:36
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    17:11
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:46
    5 hrs 7 mins4 changes
    17:53
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:36
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    18:11
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:46
    4 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    18:34
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:36
    4 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    19:11
    Ormskirk
    Reading
    Ormskirk to Reading

About Ormskirk Station

Station name Ormskirk (OMS)
AddressOrmskirk station, Station Approach, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 2YN
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:35 - 00:27
Tuesday 05:35 - 00:27
Wednesday 05:35 - 00:27
Thursday 05:35 - 00:27
Friday 05:35 - 00:27
Saturday 05:35 - 00:27
Sunday 08:05 - 00:27
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
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 Ormskirk and Reading

The travel time between Ormskirk and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ormskirk and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:51, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

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Amenities on trains between Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk & Reading. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Merseyrail, Northern Rail, GWR, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Ormskirk and Reading.

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