The average train between Lincoln and Reading takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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 2 hours between Lincoln and Reading. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Reading at 6:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark North Gate and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Reading. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at Reading station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Lincoln to Reading train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newark North Gate station.
Lincoln to Reading train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Reading station.
Book your Lincoln to Reading train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Lincoln and Reading is 199.1 km. The road distance is 281 km.
You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Reading via Newark North Gate, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 48m.