The average train between Reading and Ormskirk takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Ormskirk. 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 Ormskirk. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Ormskirk at 12:00 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Reading to Ormskirk? 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 Ormskirk. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Ormskirk station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Reading to Ormskirk train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Ormskirk train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ormskirk station.
Book your Reading to Ormskirk train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and Merseyrail.
The distance between Reading and Ormskirk is 267.9 km. The road distance is 319 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Ormskirk via Birmingham New Street and Liverpool South Parkway in around 4h 36m.