Reading to Liverpool train
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Train schedule Reading to Liverpool
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Fastest train times from Reading to Liverpool
Fastest Journey
3 h 22 m
Average
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
256 km
Of the 3 trains that leave Reading for Liverpool every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Reading to Liverpool
 | Distance | 159 miles (256 km) |
 | Average train duration | 3 h 23 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £77 (€85) |
 | Train frequency | 14 a day |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train companies | Avanti West Coast or Cross Country |
Trains from Reading to Liverpool cover the 159 miles (256 km) long route taking on average 3 h 23 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast or Cross Country. Normally, there are 14 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around £77, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £58. Travellers depart most frequently from Reading and arrive in Liverpool Lime Street.
Train companies: CrossCountry trains Reading to Liverpool
Travel to Liverpool from Reading from £58 with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train to Liverpool from Reading you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
Find the perfect CrossCountry train between Reading and Liverpool for a smooth and relaxing journey. Omio makes it convenient for you to check the latest CrossCountry train timetables and compare the cheapest, fastest or earliest train between Reading and Liverpool. You can also check relevant travel information for the CrossCountry train, such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard, depending on the class fare you choose. Once you find the ideal route, book your cheap CrossCountry train tickets online. You can expect to travel around 159 miles (256 km) on this route and your CrossCountry Reading to Liverpool train ticket can cost as little as £58 one-way if you book in advance. When you search for CrossCountry tickets between Reading and Liverpool in the Omio app, you can quickly see if they are mobile tickets so that you can travel paperless. Buy your official CrossCountry train tickets online quickly and easily on Omio and enjoy the travel experience!
Reading to Liverpool train information with CrossCountry:
- Average Duration: 4 h 2 min
- Average Price: £58
- CrossCountry frequency: 14 a day
Travel Tips: Trains from Reading to Liverpool
Some of the Reading train stations to Liverpool you can start your journey from include Reading, Reading West and Reading. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Liverpool include Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central.
When travelling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Reading and arriving in Liverpool Lime Street.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Reading, which is located around 0.2 miles (420 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Liverpool Lime Street, located 0.4 miles (692 m) away from the city centre.
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