The average train between Lichfield and Reading takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is an hourly train service from Lichfield 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 Lichfield and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lichfield is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Reading at 7:41 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Lichfield to Reading. However, there are services departing from Lichfield station and arriving at Reading station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.
Lichfield to Reading train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Lichfield City station.
Lichfield to Reading train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Lichfield to Reading train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Lichfield and Reading is 148.2 km. The road distance is 184 km.
You can take a train from Lichfield City to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 56m.