The average train between Worcester and Reading takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Worcester 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 Worcester and Reading. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Worcester is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Reading at 6:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Lansdowne and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Worcester 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 Worcester to Reading. However, there are services departing from Worcester station and arriving at Reading station via Lansdowne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Worcester to Reading train services, operated by MBTA, depart from Worcester station.
Worcester to Reading train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at Reading station.
The distance between Worcester and Reading is 65 km. The road distance is 92 km.
You can take a train from Worcester to Reading via Lansdowne, Kenmore, North Station, and North Station in around 3h 10m.