The average train between Birmingham NEC and Reading takes 1h 27m and the fastest train takes 1h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham NEC 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 NEC and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham NEC is at 10:13 PM which arrives into Reading at 11:38 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham NEC station and arriving at Reading station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.
Birmingham NEC to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham International station.
Birmingham NEC to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.
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The distance between Birmingham NEC and Reading is 122.1 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 25m.