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Trains from Ainsdale (ANS) to Reading Stations

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17

train journeys
per day

172

miles (276 kms)

4hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

06:16 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Ainsdale (ANS) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Ainsdale and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ainsdale to Reading Stations is approximately 172 miles (276 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 9 mins.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ainsdale and Reading Stations.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ainsdale to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Ainsdale to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:16
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:21
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:21
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:36
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:36
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:42
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:21
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    15:41
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:36
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:40
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:36
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:36
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:21
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    19:41
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    16:21
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    20:43
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:36
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    22:38
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    18:36
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    23:50
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    20:36
    11 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    07:45
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    22:36
    10 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    23:27
    10 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    23:58
    10 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Ainsdale
    Reading
    Ainsdale to Reading

About Ainsdale Station

Station name Ainsdale (ANS)
Address Ainsdale station, Station Road, Ainsdale, Merseyside, PR8 3HJ
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:32 - 00:27
Tuesday 05:32 - 00:27
Wednesday 05:32 - 00:27
Thursday 05:32 - 00:27
Friday 05:32 - 00:27
Saturday 05:32 - 00:27
Sunday 07:52 - 00:27
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ainsdale and Reading Stations

The travel time between Ainsdale and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ainsdale and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Ainsdale and Reading Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ainsdale & Reading Stations. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ainsdale and Reading Stations.

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