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Trains from Prescot (PSC) to Reading

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30

train journeys
per day

156

miles (251 kms)

4hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

06:01 / 00:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Prescot (PSC) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Prescot and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Prescot to Reading is approximately 156 miles (251 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 36 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Prescot to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 4 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Prescot to Reading

Journeys from Prescot to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:01
    4 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    10:11
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:34
    3 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    10:26
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:47
    4 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    11:11
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:34
    3 hrs 59 mins4 changes
    11:33
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:48
    4 hrs 23 mins3 changes
    12:11
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:36
    4 hrs 1 min4 changes
    12:37
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:47
    4 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    13:11
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:34
    4 hrs 4 mins4 changes
    13:38
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:47
    4 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    14:11
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:34
    3 hrs 59 mins4 changes
    14:33
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:46
    4 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    15:11
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:34
    4 hrs 5 mins4 changes
    15:39
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:47
    4 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    16:11
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:35
    3 hrs 59 mins4 changes
    16:34
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:47
    4 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    17:11
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:35
    4 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    17:53
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:47
    4 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    18:11
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:34
    4 hrs4 changes
    18:34
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:47
    4 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    19:11
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:34
    4 hrs 4 mins4 changes
    19:38
    Prescot
    Reading
    Prescot to Reading

About Prescot Station

Station name Prescot (PSC)
AddressPrescot station, Bridge Road, Prescot, Merseyside, L34 5SN
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:45 - 23:30
Tuesday 05:45 - 23:30
Wednesday 05:45 - 23:30
Thursday 05:45 - 23:30
Friday 05:45 - 23:30
Saturday 05:45 - 23:30
Sunday 08:15 - 23:30
Ticket on DepartureUnavailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
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 Prescot and Reading

The travel time between Prescot and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Prescot and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:04.

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Amenities on trains between Prescot 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 Prescot & Reading. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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