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Trains from Reading West to Prescot (PSC)

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28

train journeys
per day

156

miles (251 kms)

4hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

06:09 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Reading West to Prescot (PSC)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Prescot , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Prescot is approximately 156 miles (251 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 34 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Prescot.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Prescot. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Prescot Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:09
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    10:19
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:27
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    11:04
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    11:18
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    11:34
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:02
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    4 hrs 16 mins 4 changes
    12:35
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:59
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:51
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    14:19
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:15
    4 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    14:34
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    15:18
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    15:34
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    16:04
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:46
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    16:18
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:14
    4 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    16:35
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    17:20
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:51
    4 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    18:02
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:16
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    19:04
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    19:17
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:22
    4 hrs 12 mins 4 changes
    19:34
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:33
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    20:03
    Reading West
    Prescot
    Reading West to Prescot

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Prescot Station

Station name Prescot (PSC)
Address Prescot station, Bridge Road, Prescot, Merseyside, L34 5SN
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:45 - 23:30
Tuesday 05:45 - 23:30
Wednesday 05:45 - 23:30
Thursday 05:45 - 23:30
Friday 05:45 - 23:30
Saturday 05:45 - 23:30
Sunday 08:15 - 23:30
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
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 West and Prescot

The travel time between Reading West and Prescot by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Prescot vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West and Prescot 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 West & Prescot. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Prescot.

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