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The average train between Stretford and Reading takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Stretford 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.

4h 7m
Duration
183 mi
Distance
£98
Average price
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Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Readingtrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 25m
£77–123

Stretford to Reading train times

Trains run hourly between Stretford and Reading. The earliest departure is at 12:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Stretford is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Reading at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 49m • 1 change

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 47m • 1 change

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    Arrives next day

    MetrolinkCross Country8h 57m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 54m • 1 change

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 49m • 1 change

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 46m • 1 change

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 50m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 54m • 1 change

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 49m • 1 change

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 46m • 1 change

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 50m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    MetrolinkCross Country7h 57m • 1 change

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 54m • 1 change

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 49m • 1 change

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    MetrolinkCross Country7h 50m • 1 change

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 51m • 1 change

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    MetrolinkCross Country3h 51m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Stretford to Reading.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 183.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Stretford, Trafford, England and Reading, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 3h 16m.

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