The average train between Newtown and Reading takes 4h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Newtown 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 every 4 hours between Newtown and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newtown is at 8:45 PM which arrives into Reading at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Newtown to Reading. However, there are services departing from Newtown station and arriving at Reading station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.
Newtown to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newtown (Powys) station.
Newtown to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Newtown to Reading train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Newtown and Reading is 198.9 km. The road distance is 280 km.
You can take a train from Newtown (Powys) to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 53m.