The average train between Reading and Ludlow takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading to Ludlow. 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 Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 10:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 8:19 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 11:56 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Reading to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Ludlow station via Hereford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Reading to Ludlow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.
Reading to Ludlow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Hereford station.
Book your Reading to Ludlow train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Reading and Ludlow is 157 km. The road distance is 220 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Hereford 4 times a day. Tickets cost £50–100 and the journey takes 2h 29m.