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Direct services & connecting journeys
The journey results show whether direct services or options involving a change are available from Lincoln Central to Reading for your selected date and time.
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Before you start your journey
Departing from Lincoln Central
- Departure station
- Lincoln Central station guide
- Address
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- St Marys Street, LN5 7EW
Operators serving Lincoln Central
The operators listed for a station may differ from those used on a particular journey. Check your selected itinerary.
Facilities at Lincoln Central
- Toilets
- Cafe
- Ticket Office
Parking & meeting your train
- St Marys Street (0.1 mi, paid)
Explore the area around Lincoln Central
- Lincoln Cathedral
- Lincoln Castle
About your departure station
Lincoln Central (1848) was rebuilt in 1892 with magnificent Victorian architecture.
The station became a key East Coast main line stop.
Today it serves 2 million annual passengers with East Midlands Railway and LNER services.
Recent upgrades have preserved heritage features while improving accessibility.
Future plans include better cycling facilities.
Lincoln remains the key rail hub for Lincolnshire, combining cathedral city charm with modern transport needs.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from Lincoln Central to Reading?
Open the ticket search and enter Lincoln Central as your departure station and Reading as your arrival station, then add your travel date and passenger details to see the available options.
How do I check whether I need to change trains between Lincoln Central and Reading?
Review the complete itinerary in the journey results. It shows the individual services and connections for the option you select.
Can I include a Railcard?
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