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Trip Overview

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.

7h 32m
Duration
379 mi
Distance
£162
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Motherwell to Reading train times

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.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country12h 54m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country14h 41m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 16m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 21m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 49m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 16m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 21m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 49m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 16m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 21m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 49m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 16m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 21m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 49m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 16m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 21m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 49m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 18m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 26m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 48m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 48m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

Map of how to get from Motherwell to Reading.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 379.1 mi
  • Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Motherwell, Scotland and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Motherwell to Reading via Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 51m.

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