The average train between Reading and Cannock takes 2h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Cannock. 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 hourly between Reading and Cannock. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Cannock at 12:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Reading to Cannock. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Cannock station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
Reading to Cannock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Cannock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cannock station.
Book your Reading to Cannock train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Reading and Cannock is 155.2 km. The road distance is 187 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Cannock via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 36m.