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Trains from Reading to Heswall (HSW)

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16

train journeys
per day

156

miles (252 kms)

4hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 01:00

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Reading to Heswall (HSW)

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

The distance by rail from Reading to Heswall is approximately 156 miles (252 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 40 mins.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Heswall.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Heswall. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Heswall Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:15
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    11:32
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    07:15
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:16
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    08:13
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:02
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    08:15
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    13:02
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    09:16
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    14:32
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    10:16
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    15:26
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    11:14
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    16:02
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    12:13
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    17:19
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    12:15
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    17:19
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    13:15
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    18:30
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    14:13
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    19:11
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    14:15
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    15:14
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    20:29
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    17:15
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    22:40
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    21:14
    9 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    07:04
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall
  • Mon 6th May
    23:27
    9 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:17
    Reading
    Heswall
    Reading to Heswall

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

About Heswall Station

Station name Heswall (HSW)
Address Heswall station, off Pullman Close, Heswall, Wirral, CH60 1YW
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Heswall

The travel time between Reading and Heswall by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Heswall 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 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:00.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading & Heswall. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Heswall.

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