The average train between Barrow in Furness and Reading takes 5h 57m and the fastest train takes 5h 44m. 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Barrow in Furness and Reading. The earliest departure is at 4:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Barrow in Furness is at 7:52 PM which arrives into Reading at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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5h 53m • 1 changeWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Barrow in Furness to Reading. However, there are services departing from Barrow-in-Furness station and arriving at Reading station via Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.
Barrow in Furness to Reading train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barrow-in-Furness station.
Barrow in Furness to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.
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The distance between Barrow in Furness and Reading is 331.9 km. The road distance is 426 km.
You can take a train from Barrow-in-Furness to Reading via Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 11m.