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Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Reading

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16

train journeys
per day

154

miles (249 kms)

4hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between St Helens Junction and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Helens Junction to Reading is approximately 154 miles (249 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 50 mins.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Junction and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Helens Junction to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from St Helens Junction to Reading Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:08
    9 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    4 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    10:46
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:28
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    11:40
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    12:39
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:28
    4 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    13:41
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:28
    4 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    14:42
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:28
    4 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    15:41
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:28
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    16:40
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:28
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    17:40
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:28
    4 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    18:41
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:28
    4 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    19:41
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:28
    4 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    20:43
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:28
    4 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    21:39
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:28
    4 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    22:38
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:28
    4 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    23:50
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:59
    8 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    St Helens Junction
    Reading
    St Helens Junction to Reading

About St Helens Junction Station

Station name St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Address St Helens Junction station, Station Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3LA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:05 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:05 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:05 - 23:50
Thursday 06:05 - 23:50
Friday 06:05 - 23:50
Saturday 06:05 - 23:50
Sunday 08:20 - 23:35
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 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 Junction and Reading

The travel time between St Helens Junction and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Helens Junction and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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

Amenities on trains between St Helens Junction 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 Junction & Reading. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Junction and Reading.

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