The average train between Reading and Redcar takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Redcar. 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 Redcar. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Reading is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Redcar at 6:46 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 1m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Reading to Redcar? 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 Redcar. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Redcar station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.
Reading to Redcar train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.
Reading to Redcar train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Redcar Central station.
Book your Reading to Redcar train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Reading and Redcar is 351.5 km. The road distance is 457 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Redcar Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and York in around 4h 40m.