The average train between Reading and Lanark takes 8h 9m and the fastest train takes 6h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading to Lanark. 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 Reading and Lanark. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Lanark at 11:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 8m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Reading to Lanark? 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 Reading to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Lanark station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.
Reading to Lanark train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Lanark train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Reading to Lanark train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 4 other operators.
The distance between Reading and Lanark is 504.2 km. The road distance is 635 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Lanark via Birmingham New Street, Carlisle, and Motherwell in around 7h 41m.