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The average train between Wales and Reading takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Wales 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.

3h 40m
Duration
177 mi
Distance
£94
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Wales to Reading train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Wales and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 4:23 PM which arrives into Reading at 8:08 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 45m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 26m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 25m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 47m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 45m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 46m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 31m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h • 1 change

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 43m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wales 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.

Map of how to get from Wales to Reading.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 177.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Wales, England and Reading, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Reading every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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