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The average train between Alfreton and Reading takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Alfreton 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.

4h 5m
Duration
173 mi
Distance
£91
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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3h 57m
£72–116

Alfreton to Reading train times

Trains run hourly between Alfreton and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Alfreton is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Reading at 12:39 PM. All services require a transfer at Chesterfield and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryCross Country3h 14m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 20m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 20m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryCross Country3h 12m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 23m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 22m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 25m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 26m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysCross CountryCross Country3h 14m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 20m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 20m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 22m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Alfreton 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.

Map of how to get from Alfreton to Reading.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 173.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Alfreton, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Alfreton to Reading via Chesterfield and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 57m.

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