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Trains from Southport (SOP) to Reading

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14

train journeys
per day

173

miles (279 kms)

4hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

06:07 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Southport (SOP) to Reading

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

The distance by rail from Southport to Reading is approximately 173 miles (279 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 38 mins.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Southport and Reading.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southport to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Southport to Reading Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:07
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Southport
    Reading
    Southport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:12
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Southport
    Reading
    Southport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:12
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Southport
    Reading
    Southport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:27
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Southport
    Reading
    Southport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:27
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:42
    Southport
    Reading
    Southport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:32
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:41
    Southport
    Reading
    Southport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:27
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    16:40
    Southport
    Reading
    Southport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:32
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Southport
    Reading
    Southport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:27
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Southport
    Reading
    Southport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:12
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    19:41
    Southport
    Reading
    Southport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:12
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    20:43
    Southport
    Reading
    Southport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:27
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    22:38
    Southport
    Reading
    Southport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:42
    10 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Southport
    Reading
    Southport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:18
    10 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Southport
    Reading
    Southport to Reading

About Southport Station

Station name Southport (SOP)
Address Southport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:28 - 00:37
Tuesday 05:28 - 00:37
Wednesday 05:28 - 00:37
Thursday 05:28 - 00:37
Friday 05:28 - 00:37
Saturday 05:28 - 00:37
Sunday 07:43 - 00:37
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 Available

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southport and Reading

The travel time between Southport and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southport and Reading 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 06:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Southport & Reading. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Southport and Reading.

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