The average train between Reading and Clitheroe takes 6h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Clitheroe. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Reading and Clitheroe. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 8:42 PM which arrives into Clitheroe at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 6h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Reading to Clitheroe? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Reading to Clitheroe. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Clitheroe station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.
Reading to Clitheroe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Clitheroe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Clitheroe station.
Book your Reading to Clitheroe train tickets online with Cross Country, Metrolink and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Reading and Clitheroe is 284.8 km. The road distance is 346 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Clitheroe via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 5h 34m.