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Trains from Stafford (STA) to Reading Stations

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35

train journeys
per day

105

miles (169 kms)

2hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

05:56 / 00:23

first / last train

13

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Stafford (STA) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Stafford and Reading Stations , with 13 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stafford to Reading Stations is approximately 105 miles (169 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 56 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stafford to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Stafford to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:56
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:22
    2 hrs 23 mins Direct
    08:45
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:10
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    09:40
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:14
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:52
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:21
    2 hrs 25 mins Direct
    10:46
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:52
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:21
    2 hrs 19 mins Direct
    11:40
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:52
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:21
    2 hrs 18 mins Direct
    12:39
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:39
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    13:12
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:52
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    13:24
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:14
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:52
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    14:23
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:22
    2 hrs 20 mins Direct
    14:42
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:52
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:17
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:21
    2 hrs 20 mins Direct
    15:41
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:52
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    16:23
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    14:21
    2 hrs 19 mins Direct
    16:40
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    14:52
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    17:23
    Stafford
    Reading
    Stafford to Reading

About Stafford Station

Station name Stafford (STA)
Address Stafford station, Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 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 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 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 Stafford and Reading Stations

The travel time between Stafford and Reading Stations 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 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stafford and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 13 direct services per day from Stafford to Reading Stations

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

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