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Trains from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Reading

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31

train journeys
per day

159

miles (256 kms)

3hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Liverpool James Street and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Liverpool James Street to Reading is approximately 159 miles (256 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 22 mins.

GWR, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Liverpool James Street and Reading.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Liverpool James Street to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Liverpool James Street to Reading Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:54
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:24
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    10:11
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:19
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:11
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:52
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:29
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:11
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:54
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:29
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    13:11
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:47
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:41
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:29
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    14:11
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:19
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    15:07
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:29
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    15:11
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:47
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    15:41
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:29
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    16:11
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:29
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    17:11
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:47
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:29
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    18:11
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:47
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:29
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Liverpool James Street
    Reading
    Liverpool James Street to Reading

About Liverpool James Street Station

Station name Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
Address Liverpool James Street station, James Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 7PQ
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

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 Liverpool James Street and Reading

The travel time between Liverpool James Street and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Liverpool James Street and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Liverpool James Street 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 Liverpool James Street & Reading. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Liverpool James Street and Reading.

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