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Trains from Reading to Birmingham Stations

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29

train journeys
per day

78

miles (126 kms)

1hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 00:01

first / last train

21

direct trains

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Reading to Birmingham Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Birmingham Stations , with 21 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Birmingham Stations is approximately 78 miles (126 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 9 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Chiltern Railways are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Birmingham Stations .

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Birmingham Stations Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    1 hrs 36 mins Direct
    07:51
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    1 hrs 30 mins Direct
    08:15
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    1 hrs 36 mins Direct
    08:51
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:18
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Reading
    Birmingham Moor Street
    Reading to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    1 hrs 36 mins Direct
    09:51
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:16
    1 hrs 35 mins Direct
    10:51
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:16
    1 hrs 35 mins Direct
    11:51
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:19
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    12:45
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:14
    1 hrs 37 mins Direct
    12:51
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    1 hrs 33 mins Direct
    13:18
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    1 hrs 36 mins Direct
    13:51
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    1 hrs 36 mins Direct
    14:51
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    1 hrs 36 mins Direct
    15:51
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:45
    1 hrs 32 mins Direct
    16:17
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:14
    1 hrs 37 mins Direct
    16:51
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:43
    1 hrs 35 mins Direct
    17:18
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:14
    1 hrs 37 mins Direct
    17:51
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:18
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    18:34
    Reading
    Birmingham Moor Street
    Reading to Birmingham Moor Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:15
    1 hrs 36 mins Direct
    18:51
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:44
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    19:13
    Reading
    Birmingham New Street
    Reading to Birmingham New Street

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 Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Birmingham Stations

The travel time between Reading and Birmingham Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Birmingham Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 21 direct services per day from Reading to Birmingham Stations

CrossCountry, GWR, Chiltern Railways are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Birmingham Stations .

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