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Trains from West Calder (WCL) to Reading

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12

train journeys
per day

322

miles (518 kms)

6hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

06:55 / 23:38

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 5 changes)

8

operators run

2

routes

Trains from West Calder (WCL) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between West Calder and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from West Calder to Reading is approximately 322 miles (518 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 59 mins.

Thameslink, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, GWR, Lumo, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between West Calder and Reading.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being West Calder to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 14 mins.

Map of the rail routes from West Calder to Reading

Journeys from West Calder to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:55
    6 hrs 43 mins5 changes
    13:38
    West Calder
    Reading
    West Calder to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:59
    6 hrs 40 mins5 changes
    15:39
    West Calder
    Reading
    West Calder to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:44
    6 hrs 14 mins4 changes
    16:58
    West Calder
    Reading
    West Calder to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:17
    7 hrs 21 mins5 changes
    19:38
    West Calder
    Reading
    West Calder to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:24
    7 hrs 2 mins5 changes
    20:26
    West Calder
    Reading
    West Calder to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:12
    6 hrs 42 mins4 changes
    21:54
    West Calder
    Reading
    West Calder to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:47
    6 hrs 29 mins4 changes
    22:16
    West Calder
    Reading
    West Calder to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:09
    6 hrs 32 mins4 changes
    22:41
    West Calder
    Reading
    West Calder to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:49
    6 hrs 41 mins4 changes
    23:30
    West Calder
    Reading
    West Calder to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    18:39
    12 hrs 12 mins4 changes
    06:51
    West Calder
    Reading
    West Calder to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    22:01
    10 hrs 40 mins5 changes
    08:41
    West Calder
    Reading
    West Calder to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    23:02
    12 hrs 38 mins5 changes
    11:40
    West Calder
    Reading
    West Calder to Reading

About West Calder Station

Station name West Calder (WCL)
AddressWest Calder station, Station Road, near Livingston, West Lothian, EH55 8BP
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
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 West Calder and Reading

The travel time between West Calder and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between West Calder and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:38.

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Amenities on trains between West Calder 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 West Calder & Reading. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, GWR, Lumo, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between West Calder and Reading.

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