Birmingham International to Reading by train

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Overview: trains from Birmingham International to Reading

Find the key information for travelling by train from Birmingham International to Reading, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:14 View journey
Last train 22:14 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 24m View journey
Distance (km) 122
Trains / day 33 View all
Cheapest journey €18.77 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 29m
Train operators 1

Birmingham International to Reading train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Birmingham International to Reading by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Birmingham International to Reading take around 1 hour and 24 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 122 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Birmingham International is scheduled to depart at around  06:14. The last departure is usually at around 22:14 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Birmingham International at around 06:14, with the last train leaving at around 21:14. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 33 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 26 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €18.77.

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 Birmingham International to Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train from Birmingham International to Reading.

How long does it take to travel from Birmingham International to Reading?

The Birmingham International to Reading train travel takes about 1 hour and 24 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Birmingham International to Reading train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Reading leaving Birmingham International at around 06:14 and the last train leaving at around 22:14 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Birmingham International at around 06:14, with the final departure at 21:14.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.