The average train between Reading and Knighton takes 5h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading to Knighton. 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 4 times a day between Reading and Knighton. The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 11:27 PM which arrives into Knighton at 6:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Newport (S Wales) and take an average of 5h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 4m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Reading to Knighton? 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 Knighton. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Craven Arms station via Newport (S Wales) station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.
Reading to Knighton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.
Reading to Knighton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Craven Arms station.
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The distance between Reading and Knighton is 173.4 km. The road distance is 207 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Knighton via Newport (S Wales) and Craven Arms in around 4h 24m.