The average train between Reading and Cradley Heath takes 2h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h. There is an hourly train service from Reading to Cradley Heath. 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 Cradley Heath. 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 Cradley Heath at 11:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 2h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 6m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Reading to Cradley Heath? 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 Cradley Heath. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Cradley Heath station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.
Reading to Cradley Heath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Cradley Heath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Reading to Cradley Heath train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Reading and Cradley Heath is 136.3 km. The road distance is 174 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 36m.