Travelling from Preston to Reading by train

Want to know how to get from Preston to Reading by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Preston to Reading take around 3 hours and 19 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 281 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Preston is scheduled to depart at around  00:57. The last departure is usually at around 21:17 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Preston at around 04:02, with the last train leaving at around 21:22. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 55 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 16 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £45.89.

We think any time is a great time to visit Reading, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Reading.

Is there a direct train from Preston to Reading?

The journey between Preston and Reading usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Preston to Reading every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Preston to Reading?

The Preston to Reading train travel takes about 3 hours and 19 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Preston to Reading train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Reading leaving Preston at around 00:57 and the last train leaving at around 21:17 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Preston at around 04:02, with the final departure at 21:22.