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Trains from Cradley Heath (CRA) to Reading Stations

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20

train journeys
per day

84

miles (136 kms)

2hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 23:40

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cradley Heath (CRA) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Cradley Heath and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cradley Heath to Reading Stations is approximately 84 miles (136 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 8 mins.

Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cradley Heath and Reading Stations.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cradley Heath to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Cradley Heath to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:52
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:11
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:11
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:22
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:11
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:41
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:54
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:22
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:42
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:22
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    15:41
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    14:22
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    16:40
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:22
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    16:11
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:11
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    19:41
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:41
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    20:29
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    18:22
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    20:43
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    18:54
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    22:32
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    20:22
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    22:38
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    21:22
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    23:50
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    21:54
    8 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    05:58
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    23:27
    8 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    07:45
    Cradley Heath
    Reading
    Cradley Heath to Reading

About Cradley Heath Station

Station name Cradley Heath (CRA)
Address Cradley Heath station, Forge Lane, Cradley Heath, West Midlands, B64 5AL
Managed by WM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:15 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cradley Heath and Reading Stations

The travel time between Cradley Heath and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cradley Heath and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:40.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cradley Heath & Reading Stations. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cradley Heath and Reading Stations.

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