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Trip Overview

The average train between Reading and Nelson takes 5h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Nelson. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 45m
Duration
227 mi
Distance
£123
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain train
  3. Take the train from Preston to Nelsontrain train
6h
£99–154

Reading to Nelson train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Reading and Nelson. 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 Nelson at 9:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Reading to Nelson.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 227.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Nelson, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Nelson via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 6h.

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