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Trains from Reading to Shildon (SHD)

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14

train journeys
per day

220

miles (355 kms)

4hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Reading to Shildon (SHD)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Shildon , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Shildon is approximately 220 miles (355 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 18 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Shildon.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Shildon. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 28 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Reading to Shildon

Journeys from Reading to Shildon Today

  • Mon 24th Jun
    05:33
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    10:13
    Reading
    Shildon
    Reading to Shildon
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:45
    4 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    11:13
    Reading
    Shildon
    Reading to Shildon
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:42
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    12:13
    Reading
    Shildon
    Reading to Shildon
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:41
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    13:14
    Reading
    Shildon
    Reading to Shildon
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:47
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    14:13
    Reading
    Shildon
    Reading to Shildon
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:49
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    15:13
    Reading
    Shildon
    Reading to Shildon
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:47
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    16:13
    Reading
    Shildon
    Reading to Shildon
  • Mon 24th Jun
    12:47
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    17:13
    Reading
    Shildon
    Reading to Shildon
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:48
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    18:13
    Reading
    Shildon
    Reading to Shildon
  • Mon 24th Jun
    14:48
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    19:14
    Reading
    Shildon
    Reading to Shildon
  • Mon 24th Jun
    15:45
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    20:13
    Reading
    Shildon
    Reading to Shildon
  • Mon 24th Jun
    16:46
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    21:13
    Reading
    Shildon
    Reading to Shildon
  • Mon 24th Jun
    20:47
    10 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    07:02
    Reading
    Shildon
    Reading to Shildon
  • Mon 24th Jun
    23:55
    10 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    10:13
    Reading
    Shildon
    Reading to Shildon

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 Available
ATM Machine Available

About Shildon Station

Station name Shildon (SHD)
Address Shildon station, Hackworth Road, Shildon, County Durham, DL4 1LX
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Shildon

The travel time between Reading and Shildon by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Shildon vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading & Shildon. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Shildon.

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