The average train between Motherwell and Reading takes 7h 32m and the fastest train takes 6h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Motherwell 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 3 hours between Motherwell and Reading. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Motherwell is at 8:23 PM which arrives into Reading at 11:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 7h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Motherwell 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 Motherwell to Reading. However, there are services departing from Motherwell station and arriving at Reading station via Warrington Bank Quay station and Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.
Motherwell to Reading train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.
Motherwell to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.
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The distance between Motherwell and Reading is 521.2 km. The road distance is 596 km.
You can take a train from Motherwell to Reading via Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 51m.