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G0118615:232h48Sheffield station (SHF)18:11Reading station (RDG)£461One-way0 changes- W2993716:242h41Sheffield station (SHF)19:05Reading station (RDG)£461One-way0 changes
- G0118817:242h44Sheffield station (SHF)20:08Reading station (RDG)£461One-way0 changes
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+
G1496916:353h18Sheffield station (SHF)19:53Reading station (RDG)£821One-way2 changes- C21666+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+W3508215:353h22Sheffield station (SHF)18:57Reading station (RDG)£821One-way2 changes
- W2993716:242h41Sheffield station (SHF)19:05Reading station (RDG)£461One-way0 changes
- G0118817:242h44Sheffield station (SHF)20:08Reading station (RDG)£461One-way0 changes
- G0118615:232h48Sheffield station (SHF)18:11Reading station (RDG)£461One-way0 changes
- W70818+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+G1496916:353h18Sheffield station (SHF)19:53Reading station (RDG)£821One-way2 changes
- C21656+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+G1497017:323h21Sheffield station (SHF)20:53Reading station (RDG)£821One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Sheffield station (SHF) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield station (SHF) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 216 km
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3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sheffield station (SHF) to Reading station (RDG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield station (SHF) to Reading station (RDG) trains for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W29874 · W29840 | On time 11:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h07 | 15:03 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
 C02138+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C33067+ W84675 | Delayed 11:41 12:10Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h36 | 15:46 Reading station (RDG) | 3 changes | |
| G01147 · W29926 | On time 12:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h18 | 16:14 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
 W04505+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C50043+ C31958 | Delayed 12:29 12:57Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h37 | 16:34 Reading station (RDG) | 3 changes | |
| C21661+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+W34829 | On time 13:32 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h27 | 16:59 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| W29841 | On time 14:21 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h41 | 17:02 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70777+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+W35088 | On time 14:32 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h23 | 17:55 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| W29930 | 15:21 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h51 | 18:12 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70783+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+W34839 | On time 15:31 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h28 | 18:59 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| G01155 · G01034 | 15:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h43 | 19:39 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
C02107+ W45774+C50039+C31961 | Delayed 15:41 15:56Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h42 | 19:38 Reading station (RDG) | 4 changes | |
| W70789+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+C33038 | On time 16:28 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h25 | 19:53 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| G00717+G08023+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C33206 | On time 18:35 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h38 | 22:13 Reading station (RDG) | 3 changes | |
| W70801+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+W34742 | On time 18:51 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h47 | 22:38 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| C02101+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34742+W84718 | Delayed 18:42 19:10Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h28 | 22:38 Reading station (RDG) | 3 changes | |
| G66729 · W29936 | On time 19:26 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h13 | 22:39 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
| C02094+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C48258+W84723 | Delayed 19:42 20:10Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h59 | 0:09 Reading station (RDG) | 3 changes | |
| W70841+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+C48269 | On time 20:28 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h56 | 1:24 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| G00728+C02063+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C48269 | On time 20:30 Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h54 | 1:24 Reading station (RDG) | 3 changes | |
| C02117+C48270+W84731 | On time 21:10 Sheffield station (SHF) | 5h13 | 2:23 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| C02018+C48259+C31967 | Delayed 21:39 21:56Sheffield station (SHF) | 6h28 | 4:24 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Reading station (RDG)
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Trains from Sheffield station (SHF) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 22:26 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited from Sheffield station (SHF) to Reading station (RDG) trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sheffield station (SHF) and Reading station (RDG) from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield station (SHF) to Reading station (RDG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield station (SHF) to Reading station (RDG) 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 Reading station (RDG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield station (SHF) and Reading station (RDG)
Most Sheffield station (SHF) to Reading station (RDG) trains use the Sheffield to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield station (SHF) and Reading station (RDG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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