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The average train between Reading and Birmingham takes 1h 34m and the fastest train takes 1h 27m. There is an hourly train service from Reading to Birmingham. 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 Reading and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 10:49 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading station and arriving at Birmingham New Street station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 34m.
Reading to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
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The distance between Reading and Birmingham is 130.5 km. The road distance is 152 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 36m.
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