The average train between Saltash and Reading takes 3h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Saltash 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 Saltash and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Saltash is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Reading at 3:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Saltash to Reading. However, there are services departing from Saltash station and arriving at Reading station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.
Saltash to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Saltash to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.
Book your Saltash to Reading train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Saltash and Reading is 256 km. The road distance is 310 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £80–160 and the journey takes 2h 48m.