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Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to Reading Stations

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16

train journeys
per day

160

miles (258 kms)

4hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

06:39 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead North and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkenhead North to Reading Stations is approximately 160 miles (258 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 22 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead North and Reading Stations.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead North to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead North to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:39
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:34
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:39
    4 hrs 2 changes
    12:39
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:09
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:19
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    14:42
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:09
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    15:41
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:09
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    16:40
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:09
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:19
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    18:41
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:39
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    19:41
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:39
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    20:43
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:09
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    22:38
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:19
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    22:38
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:04
    10 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    07:45
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:04
    9 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:34
    10 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Birkenhead North
    Reading
    Birkenhead North to Reading

About Birkenhead North Station

Station name Birkenhead North (BKN)
Address Birkenhead North station, Station Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 7AZ
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:49 - 00:17
Tuesday 05:49 - 00:17
Wednesday 05:49 - 00:17
Thursday 05:49 - 00:17
Friday 05:49 - 00:17
Saturday 05:49 - 00:17
Sunday 07:49 - 00:17
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Birkenhead North and Reading Stations

The travel time between Birkenhead North and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead North and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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Amenities on trains between Birkenhead North 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 Birkenhead North & Reading Stations. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead North and Reading Stations.

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