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Trains from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Reading

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29

train journeys
per day

150

miles (242 kms)

3hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

06:05 / 23:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Salford Crescent and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Salford Crescent to Reading is approximately 150 miles (242 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 2 mins.

CrossCountry, Northern Rail, GWR, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Salford Crescent and Reading.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Salford Crescent to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 32 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Salford Crescent to Reading

Journeys from Salford Crescent to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:05
    4 hrs 6 mins4 changes
    10:11
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:34
    3 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    10:26
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:05
    3 hrs 41 mins1 change
    10:46
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:34
    3 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    11:26
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:05
    3 hrs 50 mins4 changes
    11:55
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:34
    4 hrs 3 mins4 changes
    12:37
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:05
    3 hrs 34 mins1 change
    12:39
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:34
    3 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    13:26
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:05
    3 hrs 36 mins1 change
    13:41
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:35
    3 hrs 51 mins4 changes
    14:26
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:05
    3 hrs 37 mins1 change
    14:42
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:34
    3 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    15:26
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:06
    3 hrs 49 mins4 changes
    15:55
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:34
    3 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    16:26
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:05
    3 hrs 35 mins1 change
    16:40
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:34
    3 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    17:26
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:05
    3 hrs 35 mins1 change
    17:40
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:34
    3 hrs 50 mins4 changes
    18:24
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:05
    3 hrs 36 mins1 change
    18:41
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:34
    3 hrs 51 mins4 changes
    19:25
    Salford Crescent
    Reading
    Salford Crescent to Reading

About Salford Crescent Station

Station name Salford Crescent (SLD)
AddressSalford Crescent station, University Road West, Salford, Greater Manchester, M5 4BR
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:30 - 21:45
Tuesday 06:30 - 21:45
Wednesday 06:30 - 21:45
Thursday 06:30 - 21:45
Friday 06:30 - 21:45
Saturday 06:30 - 21:45
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
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 Salford Crescent and Reading

The travel time between Salford Crescent and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Salford Crescent and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

First class tickets on trains between Salford Crescent and Reading typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Salford Crescent 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 Salford Crescent & Reading. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Northern Rail, GWR, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Salford Crescent and Reading.

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