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Trains from Elsecar (ELR) to Reading

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16

train journeys
per day

142

miles (229 kms)

3hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

06:01 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Elsecar (ELR) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Elsecar 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 Elsecar to Reading is approximately 142 miles (229 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 47 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Elsecar and Reading.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Elsecar to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 39 mins.

Journeys from Elsecar to Reading Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:01
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:29
    4 hrs 2 changes
    10:29
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:10
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:10
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:31
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    13:12
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:09
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:09
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:09
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    17:17
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:09
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:09
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    19:16
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:09
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    20:34
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:09
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    21:33
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:10
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    22:32
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:10
    9 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    05:58
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:49
    8 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Elsecar
    Reading
    Elsecar to Reading

About Elsecar Station

Station name Elsecar (ELR)
Address Elsecar station, Hill Street, Elsecar, South Yorkshire, S74 8BD
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 Elsecar and Reading

The travel time between Elsecar and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Elsecar 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 06:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

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

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Elsecar and Reading.

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