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Trains from Reading to Skegness (SKG)

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14

train journeys
per day

128

miles (207 kms)

3hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

03:54 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Reading to Skegness (SKG)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Skegness , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Skegness is approximately 128 miles (207 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 55 mins.

East Midlands Railway, GWR, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Skegness.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Skegness. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Skegness Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:54
    5 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    08:55
    Reading
    Skegness
    Reading to Skegness
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    09:56
    Reading
    Skegness
    Reading to Skegness
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:42
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    10:56
    Reading
    Skegness
    Reading to Skegness
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:57
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    12:53
    Reading
    Skegness
    Reading to Skegness
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:47
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    13:50
    Reading
    Skegness
    Reading to Skegness
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    14:53
    Reading
    Skegness
    Reading to Skegness
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Reading
    Skegness
    Reading to Skegness
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:47
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Reading
    Skegness
    Reading to Skegness
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:51
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    17:57
    Reading
    Skegness
    Reading to Skegness
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:48
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    19:02
    Reading
    Skegness
    Reading to Skegness
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:04
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    20:00
    Reading
    Skegness
    Reading to Skegness
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:41
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    20:55
    Reading
    Skegness
    Reading to Skegness
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:20
    9 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    07:58
    Reading
    Skegness
    Reading to Skegness
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:55
    9 hrs 3 changes
    08:55
    Reading
    Skegness
    Reading to Skegness

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 Skegness Station

Station name Skegness (SKG)
Address Skegness station, Lumley Square, Skegness, Lincolnshire, PE25 3QL
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:55 - 16:30
Saturday 07:55 - 16:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Skegness

The travel time between Reading and Skegness by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Skegness vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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Amenities on trains between Reading and Skegness 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 & Skegness. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, GWR, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Skegness.

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