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Trains from Stafford (STA) to Reading

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33

train journeys
per day

105

miles (169 kms)

2hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

05:56 / 00:56

first / last train

14

direct trains

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Stafford (STA) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Stafford and Reading , with 14 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stafford to Reading is approximately 105 miles (169 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 41 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stafford to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 17 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Stafford to Reading

Journeys from Stafford to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:56
    2 hrs 48 mins3 changes
    08:44
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:22
    2 hrs 23 minsDirect
    08:45
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:10
    2 hrs 30 mins1 change
    09:40
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:14
    2 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    09:53
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:52
    2 hrs 34 mins3 changes
    10:26
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:22
    2 hrs 24 minsDirect
    10:46
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:52
    2 hrs 34 mins3 changes
    11:26
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:21
    2 hrs 20 minsDirect
    11:41
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:52
    2 hrs 45 mins3 changes
    12:37
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:21
    2 hrs 18 minsDirect
    12:39
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:39
    2 hrs 33 mins1 change
    13:12
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:52
    2 hrs 34 mins3 changes
    13:26
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:21
    2 hrs 20 minsDirect
    13:41
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:52
    2 hrs 34 mins3 changes
    14:26
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:22
    2 hrs 20 minsDirect
    14:42
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:52
    2 hrs 34 mins3 changes
    15:26
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:21
    2 hrs 21 minsDirect
    15:42
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:52
    2 hrs 34 mins3 changes
    16:26
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:21
    2 hrs 19 minsDirect
    16:40
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:39
    2 hrs 35 mins1 change
    17:14
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading

About Stafford Station

Station name Stafford (STA)
AddressStafford station, Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA
Managed byVT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
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 Stafford and Reading

The travel time between Stafford and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stafford and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:56.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 14 direct services per day from Stafford to Reading

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

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