The average train between Reading and Blaenau Ffestiniog takes 8h 54m and the fastest train takes 6h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading to Blaenau Ffestiniog. 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 4 times a day between Reading and Blaenau Ffestiniog. The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 8:42 PM which arrives into Blaenau Ffestiniog at 11:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 8h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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11h 56m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Reading to Blaenau Ffestiniog? 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 Reading to Blaenau Ffestiniog. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog station via Stafford station, Chester station and Llandudno Junction station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.
Reading to Blaenau Ffestiniog train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Blaenau Ffestiniog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Blaenau Ffestiniog station.
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The distance between Reading and Blaenau Ffestiniog is 264.7 km. The road distance is 324 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Blaenau Ffestiniog via Stafford, Chester, and Llandudno Junction in around 7h 4m.