The average train between Reading and Chadderton takes 4h 10m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Chadderton. 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 Chadderton. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 8:42 PM which arrives into Chadderton at 6:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Reading to Chadderton? 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 Reading to Chadderton. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Chadderton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.
Reading to Chadderton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Chadderton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Reading and Chadderton is 245.3 km. The road distance is 300 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 3h 14m.