The average train between Dundee and Reading takes 7h 20m and the fastest train takes 6h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Dundee 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 Dundee and Reading. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dundee is at 10:49 PM which arrives into Reading at 10:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 7h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 9m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dundee to Reading? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Reading. However, there are services departing from Dundee station and arriving at Reading station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.
Dundee to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Dundee station.
Dundee to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Dundee to Reading train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dundee and Reading is 572.5 km. The road distance is 783 km.
You can take a train from Dundee to Reading via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 6h 52m.