The average train between Cannock and Reading takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Cannock 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 Cannock and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cannock is at 11:13 PM which arrives into Reading at 7:41 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Cannock to Reading. However, there are services departing from Cannock station and arriving at Reading station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.
Cannock to Reading train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Cannock station.
Cannock to Reading train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Cannock to Reading train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Cannock and Reading is 155.2 km. The road distance is 188 km.
You can take a train from Cannock to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 42m.