The average train between Reading and Caersws takes 4h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading to Caersws. 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 4 hours between Reading and Caersws. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Caersws at 12:11 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Reading to Caersws. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Caersws station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.
Reading to Caersws train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Caersws train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Caersws station.
Book your Reading to Caersws train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Reading and Caersws is 205.5 km. The road distance is 289 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Caersws via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 26m.