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Trains from St Helens Central (SNH) to Reading

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17

train journeys
per day

156

miles (252 kms)

4hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

06:09 / 01:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from St Helens Central (SNH) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between St Helens Central and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Helens Central to Reading is approximately 156 miles (252 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 5 mins.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Central and Reading.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Helens Central to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from St Helens Central to Reading Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:09
    4 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:09
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:58
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:01
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:42
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:01
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:07
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:01
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    16:40
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:01
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    17:14
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:02
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:21
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    19:41
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:10
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    20:43
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:11
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    21:39
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:02
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    22:38
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:00
    4 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    23:50
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:43
    10 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:53
    9 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    St Helens Central
    Reading
    St Helens Central to Reading

About St Helens Central Station

Station name St Helens Central (SNH)
Address St Helens Central station, Shaw Street, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1DQ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:50 - 20:40
Tuesday 05:50 - 20:40
Wednesday 05:50 - 20:40
Thursday 05:50 - 20:40
Friday 05:50 - 20:40
Saturday 05:50 - 20:40
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
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

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 St Helens Central and Reading

The travel time between St Helens Central and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Helens Central and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:02.

First class tickets on trains between St Helens Central and Reading typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between St Helens Central 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 St Helens Central & Reading. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Central and Reading.

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