The average train between Hamilton and Reading takes 7h 41m and the fastest train takes 6h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Hamilton 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 every 2 hours between Hamilton and Reading. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hamilton is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Reading at 11:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 7h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hamilton 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 Hamilton to Reading. However, there are services departing from Hamilton station and arriving at Reading station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.
Hamilton to Reading train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.
Hamilton to Reading train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Hamilton to Reading train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hamilton and Reading is 520 km. The road distance is 610 km.
You can take a train from Motherwell to Reading via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 46m.