Runcorn to Reading by train

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Overview: trains from Runcorn to Reading

Find the key information for travelling by train from Runcorn to Reading, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:43 View journey
Last train 21:52 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 4m View journey
Distance (km) 238
Trains / day 51 View all
Cheapest journey AU$187.61 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 18m
Train operators 10

From Runcorn to Reading by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Runcorn to Reading by train. With 51 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train tickets between Runcorn and Reading

The cheapest train tickets from Runcorn to Reading start at AU$187.61. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Runcorn to Reading is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 3 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train timetable for travel between Runcorn and Reading

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Runcorn to Reading by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 05:43

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 21:52

  • First daily departure (weekend): 05:58

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 21:52

  • Average number of daily trains: 51 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 17 minutes

Train duration for trips from Runcorn to Reading

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 4 minutes, crossing a total distance of 238 kilometres.

How far in advance Runcorn and Reading tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Runcorn and Reading are available 3 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Further insights on trains from Runcorn to Reading

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Reading city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Runcorn to Reading

Want to know more about your journey from Runcorn to Reading? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train route from Runcorn to Reading covers 238 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.