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Trip Overview

The average train between Northampton and Reading takes 2h 6m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton 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.

2h 6m
Duration
110 mi
Distance
£51
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Northampton to Reading train times

Trains run hourly between Northampton and Reading. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Reading at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 4m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 57m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 2m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 6m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 4m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 58m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 59m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 1m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 3m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 56m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 59m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 2m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 6m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 4m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 2m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 6m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 4m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 2m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 6m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 4m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 4m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Northampton 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 Northampton to Reading.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 109.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Northampton, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Northampton to Reading via Coventry in around 2h 30m.

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