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Trains from Reading to Liverpool Lime Street

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16

train journeys
per day

159

miles (256 kms)

3hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 22:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Reading to Liverpool Lime Street

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Liverpool Lime Street , 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 Liverpool Lime Street is approximately 159 miles (256 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 6 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Liverpool Lime Street.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Liverpool Lime Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Liverpool Lime Street Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    09:42
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:15
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    10:42
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    12:17
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:16
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:04
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:16
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    14:17
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    15:17
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    16:17
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    17:04
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    17:42
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:45
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    18:17
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:14
    3 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    18:42
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:14
    3 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    19:49
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:13
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    21:18
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:15
    4 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    22:18
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:15
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    23:04
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:14
    9 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    06:21
    Reading
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading to Liverpool Lime Street

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 Liverpool Lime Street Station

Station name Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Address Liverpool Lime Street station, Lime Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JD
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Sunday 07:15 - 23:05
Monday to Friday 05:00 - 23:38
Saturday 05:00 - 23:38
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 Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Liverpool Lime Street

The travel time between Reading and Liverpool Lime Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Liverpool Lime Street 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 22:49.

First class tickets on trains between Reading and Liverpool Lime Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Reading and Liverpool Lime Street 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 & Liverpool Lime Street. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Liverpool Lime Street.

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