Shrewsbury to Reading by train
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Overview: trains from Shrewsbury to Reading
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Travelling from Shrewsbury to Reading by train
Want to know how to get from Shrewsbury to Reading by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Reading take around 2 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 185 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Shrewsbury is scheduled to depart at around 05:18. The last departure is usually at around 23:08 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Shrewsbury at around 05:22, with the last train leaving at around 21:55. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 71 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 8 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £92.98.
We think any time is a great time to visit Reading, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Reading.
Is there a direct train from Shrewsbury to Reading?
The journey between Shrewsbury and Reading usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Shrewsbury to Reading every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Shrewsbury to Reading?
The Shrewsbury to Reading train travel takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Shrewsbury to Reading train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Reading leaving Shrewsbury at around 05:18 and the last train leaving at around 23:08 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Shrewsbury at around 05:22, with the final departure at 21:55.
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