4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Tamworth
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Tamworth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Tamworth will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Tamworth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:152h06Reading8:21Tamworth£261One-way0 changes
- 6:152h06Reading8:21Tamworth£261One-way0 changes
Live departures
Reading to Tamworth train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Tamworth trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:14 Reading | 2h17 | 16:31 Tamworth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Tamworth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Tamworth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 22:24 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Reading to Tamworth trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Reading and Tamworth from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Tamworth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Tamworth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tamworth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Tamworth
Most Reading to Tamworth trains use the Reading to Tamworth station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Tamworth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Tamworth leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Tamworth station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Tamworth from Tamworth city centre
Tamworth train station facilities and services
Tamworth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tamworth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tamworth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tamworth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tamworth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tamworth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available - A2B Taxis are at Tamworth Station on 01827 311 111. All taxis are accessible. Public waiting area for taxis, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the station front, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 23:45 Sunday 08:00 - 23:30, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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