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The average train between Whitehaven and Reading takes 7h 58m and the fastest train takes 6h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Whitehaven 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.

7h 58m
Duration
329 mi
Distance
£140
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Carlisletrain train
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain train
7h 7m
£118–199

Whitehaven to Reading train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Whitehaven and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Whitehaven is at 10:09 PM which arrives into Reading at 12:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 7h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 25m • 2 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country13h 6m • 2 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country13h 56m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 38m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 9m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 38m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 9m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 38m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 9m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 38m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 9m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 5m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Whitehaven 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.

Map of how to get from Whitehaven to Reading.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 329.4 mi
  • Duration: 7h 58m

What companies run services between Whitehaven, Cumbria, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Whitehaven to Reading via Carlisle and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 7m.

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