Reading to Stafford by train

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Overview: trains from Reading to Stafford

Find the key information for travelling by train from Reading to Stafford, 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 06:15 View journey
Last train 20:15 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 12m View journey
Distance (km) 169
Trains / day 21 View all
Cheapest journey €22.28 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 16m
Train operators 1

Reading to Stafford train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Reading to Stafford take around 2 hours and 12 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 169 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Reading is scheduled to depart at around  06:15. The last departure is usually at around 20:15. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 21 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 51 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €22.28.

We think any time is a great time to visit Stafford, 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 Stafford.

Is there a direct train from Reading to Stafford?

Yes, there is a direct train from Reading to Stafford.

How long does it take to travel from Reading to Stafford?

The Reading to Stafford train travel takes about 2 hours and 12 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Reading to Stafford train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Stafford leaving Reading at around 06:15 and the last train leaving at around 20:15. This is the same at the weekend.

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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.