4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to Reading
Cheapest price
£115
Average price
£115
Fastest journey
4 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Reading will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lancaster for Reading every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 316 km distance in an average of 4 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lancaster to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 316 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£100 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 25m Average total duration 11h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lancaster to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Reading trains for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:58 Lancaster | 4h13 | 12:11 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lancaster to Reading run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 316 km distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 316 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 02:24 |
Last train 20:40 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Lancaster to Reading trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Lancaster and Reading from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lancaster to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster to Reading by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lancaster and Reading
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Yes, located platform 4/5 and platform 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 (south end)120 Stands Platform 3 (middle) 16 Platform 4 (North End), 12 Stands Platform 5, 40 Stands
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station rear entrance adjacent to platform 3.
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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