The average train between Stamford and Reading takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Stamford 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 Stamford and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stamford is at 9:58 PM which arrives into Reading at 12:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 14m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Stamford 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 Stamford to Reading. However, there are services departing from Stamford station and arriving at Reading station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.
Stamford to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Peterborough station.
Stamford to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Stamford to Reading train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Stamford and Reading is 136.9 km. The road distance is 203 km.
You can take a train from Stamford to Reading via Peterborough, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 2m.