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Trains from Birmingham New Street to Reading

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30

train journeys
per day

80

miles (130 kms)

1hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

06:03 / 23:20

first / last train

18

direct trains

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham New Street and Reading , with 18 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham New Street to Reading is approximately 80 miles (130 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 3 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham New Street and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 35 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Birmingham New Street to Reading

Journeys from Birmingham New Street to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:03
    1 hrs 42 minsDirect
    07:45
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:03
    1 hrs 42 minsDirect
    08:45
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:03
    1 hrs 37 minsDirect
    09:40
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:12
    2 hrs 15 mins1 change
    10:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:03
    1 hrs 43 minsDirect
    10:46
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:12
    2 hrs 16 mins1 change
    11:28
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:03
    1 hrs 38 minsDirect
    11:41
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:12
    2 hrs 16 mins1 change
    12:28
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:03
    1 hrs 36 minsDirect
    12:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:33
    1 hrs 39 minsDirect
    13:12
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:03
    1 hrs 38 minsDirect
    13:41
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:12
    2 hrs 4 mins1 change
    14:16
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:03
    1 hrs 39 minsDirect
    14:42
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:12
    2 hrs 3 mins1 change
    15:15
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:03
    1 hrs 39 minsDirect
    15:42
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:12
    2 hrs 4 mins1 change
    16:16
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:03
    1 hrs 37 minsDirect
    16:40
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:33
    1 hrs 41 minsDirect
    17:14
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:03
    1 hrs 37 minsDirect
    17:40
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:12
    2 hrs 5 mins1 change
    18:17
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street to Reading

About Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
AddressBirmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham New Street and Reading

The travel time between Birmingham New Street and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham New Street and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:20.

First class tickets on trains between Birmingham New Street and Reading typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Birmingham New Street and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 18 direct services per day from Birmingham New Street to Reading

CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham New Street and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birmingham New Street and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.