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Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Reading

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16

train journeys
per day

199

miles (321 kms)

4hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Reading

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

The distance by rail from Carnforth to Reading is approximately 199 miles (321 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 38 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Carnforth and Reading.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carnforth to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 23 mins.

Journeys from Carnforth to Reading Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:43
    5 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:44
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:43
    4 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    12:39
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:39
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:40
    5 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    14:42
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:57
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    15:07
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:40
    5 hrs 1 change
    16:40
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:43
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:43
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:43
    4 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    19:41
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:39
    5 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    20:43
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:43
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    21:39
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:43
    4 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    22:38
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:10
    5 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    23:51
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:38
    10 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:41
    11 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Carnforth
    Reading
    Carnforth to Reading

About Carnforth Station

Station name Carnforth (CNF)
Address Carnforth station, Market Street, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 9ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
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 Carnforth and Reading

The travel time between Carnforth and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carnforth and Reading 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 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Carnforth and Reading.

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