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Trains from Reading to Sleaford (SLR)

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18

train journeys
per day

108

miles (175 kms)

3hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

04:32 / 00:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading to Sleaford (SLR)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Sleaford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Sleaford is approximately 108 miles (175 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 48 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, GWR, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Sleaford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Sleaford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Sleaford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:32
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    09:18
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:45
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    10:42
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:29
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:15
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    12:49
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:29
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:29
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:04
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:29
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    15:01
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:59
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:15
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    16:55
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:29
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    17:08
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:59
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    17:50
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:45
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    18:59
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:29
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    19:01
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:29
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    20:07
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:59
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    21:45
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    21:14
    9 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    06:37
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    22:57
    8 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    07:13
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford
  • Mon 6th May
    23:33
    9 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:18
    Reading
    Sleaford
    Reading to Sleaford

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 Sleaford Station

Station name Sleaford (SLR)
Address Sleaford station, Station Street, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7RG
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 13:30
Saturday 07:30 - 13:30
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 Sleaford

The travel time between Reading and Sleaford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Sleaford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:55.

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Amenities on trains between Reading and Sleaford 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 & Sleaford. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, GWR, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Sleaford.

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