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Trip Overview

The average train between Barrow in Furness and Reading takes 6h 5m and the fastest train takes 5h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Barrow in Furness 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.

6h 5m
Duration
256 mi
Distance
£113
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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  1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Lancastertrain train
  2. Take the train from Lancaster to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain train
6h 10m
£91–156

Barrow in Furness to Reading train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Barrow in Furness and Reading. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barrow in Furness is at 7:52 PM which arrives into Reading at 7:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 6h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 49m • 2 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country14h 55m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 20m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 14m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 53m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Barrow in Furness 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.

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  • Distance: 256 mi
  • Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Barrow in Furness, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Barrow-in-Furness to Reading via Lancaster and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 10m.

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