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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Wilmslow
Cheapest price
£197
Average price
£197
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Wilmslow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Wilmslow will cost around £197 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £197.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Wilmslow 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 225 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 50 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.
Travel Information
Compare train for Reading to Wilmslow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Wilmslow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £57. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 225 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£101 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading to Wilmslow train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Wilmslow trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:31 Reading | 3h54 | 07:25 Wilmslow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03:35 Reading | 3h50 | 07:25 Wilmslow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:10 Reading | 3h53 | 08:03 Wilmslow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Wilmslow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Wilmslow run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 225 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 225 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 05:55 |
Last train 20:40 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Reading to Wilmslow trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Reading and Wilmslow from £34. 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 Wilmslow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Wilmslow
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station only has tactile paving on platforms 1, 3 and 4 only - Access to Manchester and Crewe platforms by means of subway from booking hall and ramp to each platform. Access to Manchester Airport platform from rear car park via ramp. Use help point button to call assistance to unlock the gate onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up & set down in the Short Stay Car Park
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