The average train between Betws-y-Coed and Reading takes 7h 53m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Betws-y-Coed 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.
Trains run 5 times a day between Betws-y-Coed and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Betws-y-Coed is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Reading at 10:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Llandudno Junction and take an average of 7h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 35m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Betws-y-Coed 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.
No, there is no direct train from Betws-y-Coed to Reading. However, there are services departing from Llandudno Junction station and arriving at Reading station via Chester station and Stafford station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.
Betws-y-Coed to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llandudno Junction station.
Betws-y-Coed to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.
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The distance between Betws-y-Coed and Reading is 264.9 km. The road distance is 318 km.
You can take a train from Betws-y-Coed to Reading via Llandudno Junction, Chester, and Stafford in around 6h 23m.