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Trip Overview

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.

8h 3m
Duration
398 mi
Distance
£173
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Warrington

best
  1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
  2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain train
7h 50m
£139–234

Paisley to Reading train times

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.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 59m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 55m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 49m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country11h 2m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 1m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 26m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 46m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country11h 5m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 6m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 25m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 50m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 13m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 55m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 13m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 40m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 1m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 26m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 46m • 3 changes

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country7h 24m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Paisley to Reading.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 398.3 mi
  • Duration: 8h 3m

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

You can take a train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Reading via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 50m.

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