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Trains from Reading to Thornaby (TBY)

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16

train journeys
per day

214

miles (345 kms)

3hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 23:31

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Reading to Thornaby (TBY)

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

The distance by rail from Reading to Thornaby is approximately 214 miles (345 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 27 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Thornaby.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Thornaby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Thornaby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    5 hrs 1 min 1 change
    11:46
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:15
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    13:28
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    15:28
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:14
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    5 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    17:16
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:15
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    17:29
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:11
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    18:08
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:15
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    19:27
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    5 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    20:16
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:14
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    20:30
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:43
    5 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    21:16
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:44
    4 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    22:16
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:15
    10 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    06:24
    Reading
    Thornaby
    Reading to Thornaby

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 Thornaby Station

Station name Thornaby (TBY)
Address Thornaby station, Mandale Road, Thornaby, Cleveland, TS17 6AW
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:45
Saturday 05:45 - 19:45
Sunday 09:15 - 17:15
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 Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Thornaby

The travel time between Reading and Thornaby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Thornaby 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 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:31.

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Amenities on trains between Reading and Thornaby 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 & Thornaby. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Thornaby.

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