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Trains from Crewe to Reading

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46

train journeys
per day

128

miles (207 kms)

2hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

05:37 / 01:17

first / last train

1

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Crewe to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 46 scheduled rail journeys between Crewe and Reading , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 45 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Crewe to Reading is approximately 128 miles (207 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 56 mins.

West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, GWR, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Crewe and Reading.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Crewe to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 42 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Crewe to Reading

Journeys from Crewe to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:37
    3 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    08:41
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:44
    3 hrs 1 minDirect - overtaken train
    08:45
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:03
    2 hrs 42 mins2 changes
    08:45
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:31
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    09:23
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:51
    2 hrs 49 mins1 change
    09:40
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:55
    2 hrs 51 mins2 changes
    09:46
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:32
    2 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    10:17
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:55
    2 hrs 51 mins1 change
    10:46
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:23
    2 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    11:11
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:32
    2 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    11:17
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:55
    2 hrs 46 mins1 change
    11:41
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:23
    2 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    12:11
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:32
    2 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    12:16
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:49
    2 hrs 50 mins1 change
    12:39
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:23
    2 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    13:11
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:32
    2 hrs 52 mins2 changes
    13:24
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:55
    2 hrs 46 mins1 change
    13:41
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:23
    2 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    14:11
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:32
    2 hrs 51 mins2 changes
    14:23
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:33
    3 hrs 9 mins1 change
    14:42
    Crewe
    Reading
    Crewe to Reading

About Crewe Station

Station name Crewe (CRE)
AddressCrewe station, Nantwich Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 6HR
Managed byVT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:30 - 20:00
Saturday 05:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
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 Crewe and Reading

The travel time between Crewe and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Crewe and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 46 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:17.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Crewe to Reading

West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, GWR, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Crewe and Reading.

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