The average train between Reading and Wilmslow takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to Wilmslow. 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 Wilmslow. 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 Wilmslow at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Reading to Wilmslow. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Wilmslow station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.
Reading to Wilmslow train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Wilmslow train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wilmslow station.
Book your Reading to Wilmslow train tickets online with Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Reading and Wilmslow is 225 km. The road distance is 272 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Wilmslow via Stafford in around 3h 43m.