The average train between Rugby and Reading takes 1h 36m and the fastest train takes 1h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Reading. 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 Rugby and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Reading at 11:38 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 39m • 1 change

1h 43m • 1 change

1h 41m • 1 change

1h 40m • 1 change

1h 36m • 1 change

1h 37m • 1 change

1h 36m • 1 change

1h 38m • 1 change

1h 43m • 1 change

1h 43m • 1 change

1h 26m • 1 change

1h 36m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Rugby to Reading? 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 Rugby to Reading. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Reading station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.
Rugby to Reading train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Coventry station.
Rugby to Reading train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Rugby to Reading train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rugby and Reading is 103.7 km. The road distance is 146 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Coventry to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 15m.