The average train between Paisley and Reading takes 8h 3m and the fastest train takes 6h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Paisley 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 Paisley and Reading. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paisley is at 11:53 PM which arrives into Reading at 11:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 8h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Paisley 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 Paisley to Reading. However, there are services departing from Paisley station and arriving at Reading station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.
Paisley to Reading train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Paisley to Reading train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Paisley to Reading train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Paisley and Reading is 537.2 km. The road distance is 641 km.
You can take a train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Reading via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 49m.