The average train between Reading and Stalybridge takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Stalybridge. 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 Stalybridge. 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 Stalybridge at 5:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Reading to Stalybridge. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Stalybridge station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.
Reading to Stalybridge train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Stalybridge train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Reading to Stalybridge train tickets online with Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Reading and Stalybridge is 237.2 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.