The average train between Windermere and Reading takes 6h 26m and the fastest train takes 5h. The train service runs several times per day from Windermere 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Windermere and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Windermere is at 7:48 PM which arrives into Reading at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 6h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Windermere 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.
No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Reading. However, there are services departing from Windermere station and arriving at Reading station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.
Windermere to Reading train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Windermere to Reading train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Windermere to Reading train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Windermere and Reading is 349.9 km. The road distance is 404 km.
You can take a train from Windermere to Reading via Oxenholme Lake District and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 47m.