The average train between Reading and Paisley takes 7h 40m and the fastest train takes 6h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Paisley. 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 2 hours between Reading and Paisley. 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 Paisley at 11:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 54m • 3 changes
Want to know about travelling from Reading to Paisley? 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 Paisley. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Paisley station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.
Reading to Paisley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Paisley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Reading to Paisley train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Reading and Paisley is 537.2 km. The road distance is 641 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Paisley Gilmour Street via Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 18m.