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The cheapest and fastest trains from Telford to Reading
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£-0
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
169 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Telford to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast trains
To travel from Telford to Reading you need to make at least one change.
06:022h46
Telford08:48Reading
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07:102h33
Telford09:43Reading
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10:262h45
Telford13:11Reading
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12:262h41
Telford15:07Reading
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14:262h48
Telford17:14Reading
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08:532h11
Telford11:04Reading
£1231One-way
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07:102h33
Telford09:43Reading
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12:262h41
Telford15:07Reading
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09:512h45
Telford12:36Reading
£1231One-way
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10:262h45
Telford13:11Reading
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Telford to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Telford to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £64. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £64, and a train costs an average of £82.
Distance: 169 km
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£82 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Telford to Reading train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:10
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 05:51 Telford | 2h52 | 08:43 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Telford to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Telford to Reading run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 but you can travel from only £64 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £64
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 03:54 |
Last train 21:15 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £64
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Telford to Reading trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Telford and Reading from £64. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
£82
CrossCountry frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 33m
West Midlands Trains frequency
6 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Price
£124
Transport for Wales frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Telford to Reading train
FAQs: Travel by train from Telford to Reading easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Telford to Reading.
Booking trains from Telford to Reading in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Telford to Reading can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £82, while the average price tends to be around £82.
The train distance from Telford to Reading is 169 km.
The cheapest way to get from Telford to Reading is by coach, costing approximately £64.
To get from Telford to Reading, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Telford to Reading covers a distance of 169 km and takes approximately 2h 52m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Telford that goes to Reading is Telford Central (TFC), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
The first train from Telford to Reading leaves at 3:54.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Telford to Reading.
Yes, you can take the train from Telford to Reading.
The last train from Telford to Reading departs at 21:15.
Trains from Telford to Reading run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Telford to Reading.
There is no night train service from Telford to Reading.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Telford and Reading
Telford
Reading
The major train station for departures in Telford is Telford Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Telford Central for your trip from Telford to Reading.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 None
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 06:00-19:00 and Sunday 10:00-17:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Telford Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: At the public service bus stop outside the front of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Reading is Reading. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading for your journey to Reading from Telford.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Parking
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
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