The average train between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Reading takes 1h 33m and the fastest train takes 1h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham Airport (BHX) 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 hourly between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham Airport (BHX) is at 10:06 PM which arrives into Reading at 11:38 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham Intl Rail Station and take an average of 1h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Reading. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Airport (BHX) station and arriving at Reading station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.
Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Reading train services, operated by Air-Rail Link, depart from Birmingham International station.
Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Reading train services, operated by Air-Rail Link, arrive at Reading station.
The distance between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Reading is 122.5 km. The road distance is 145 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham International to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 28m.