The average train between Shrewsbury and Reading takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury and Reading. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shrewsbury is at 10:59 PM which arrives into Reading at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 1m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Shrewsbury to Reading? 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 Shrewsbury to Reading. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury station and arriving at Reading station via Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.
Shrewsbury to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Shrewsbury to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.
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The distance between Shrewsbury and Reading is 185 km. The road distance is 220 km.
You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 4m.