The average train between Reading and Loch Lomond takes 8h 28m and the fastest train takes 7h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading to Loch Lomond. 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 4 hours between Reading and Loch Lomond. The earliest departure is at 7:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Loch Lomond at 12:32 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Reading to Loch Lomond? 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 Loch Lomond. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Loch Lomond station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.
Reading to Loch Lomond train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Loch Lomond train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Reading to Loch Lomond train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Reading and Loch Lomond is 566.9 km. The road distance is 662 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Balloch via Birmingham New Street, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 8h 12m.