Penrith (North Lakes) to Reading West by train
| First train | 08:19 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 16:03 | |
| Departure station | Penrith (North Lakes) | |
| Arrival station | Reading West | |
| Journey time | From 5h 21m | |
| Distance | 233 miles (376 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast |
Taking the train from Penrith (North Lakes) to Reading West in 5 hours 21 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Penrith (North Lakes) to Reading West? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 22 minutes to travel the 233 miles (376 km) from Penrith (North Lakes) to Reading West by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 21 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or TransPennine Express to Reading West. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Penrith (North Lakes) to Reading West in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Reading West by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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