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Trains from Reading to Stoke-On-Trent (SOT)

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47

train journeys
per day

118

miles (191 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

03:54 / 00:30

first / last train

15

direct trains

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading to Stoke-On-Trent (SOT)

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On a typical weekday there are 47 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Stoke-On-Trent , with 15 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Stoke-On-Trent is approximately 118 miles (191 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 47 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Stoke-On-Trent. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Stoke-On-Trent Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:54
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:10
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:24
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:48
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    08:43
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    2 hrs 33 mins Direct
    08:48
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    09:17
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:02
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:43
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    2 hrs 33 mins Direct
    09:48
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:41
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    10:26
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:56
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:43
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    2 hrs 33 mins Direct
    10:48
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:41
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:26
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:57
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:16
    2 hrs 32 mins Direct
    11:48
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:44
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:04
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:43
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:16
    2 hrs 32 mins Direct
    12:48
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:47
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    13:26
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:04
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    13:43
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:14
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    13:48
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    14:18
    Reading
    Stoke-On-Trent
    Reading to Stoke-On-Trent

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
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

About Stoke-On-Trent Station

Station name Stoke-On-Trent (SOT)
Address Stoke-on-Trent station, Station Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 2AA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:55 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:30
Sunday 08:55 - 20:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Stoke-On-Trent

The travel time between Reading and Stoke-On-Trent by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Stoke-On-Trent vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 47 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 15 direct services per day from Reading to Stoke-On-Trent

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

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