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The average train between Accrington and Reading takes 5h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Accrington to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 40m
Duration
218 mi
Distance
£97
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain train Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 24m
£81–130

Accrington to Reading train times

Trains run hourly between Accrington and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Accrington is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Reading at 2:09 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 5h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 17m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 45m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 49m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 11m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 57m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 46m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Accrington to Reading? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 217.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Accrington, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Accrington to Reading via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 24m.

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