The average train between Aston and Reading takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Aston to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Aston and Reading. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Aston is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Reading at 11:38 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aston to Reading. However, there are services departing from Aston station and arriving at Reading station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.
Aston to Reading train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Aston to Reading train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Aston to Reading train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Aston and Reading is 131.8 km. The road distance is 162 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 38m.