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The average train between Sheffield and Reading takes 2h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Sheffield 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.

2h 44m
Duration
168 mi
Distance
£90
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Sheffield to Reading train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Sheffield and Reading. The earliest departure is at 7:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 5:24 PM which arrives into Reading at 8:08 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    train train 2h 48m • Direct

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 49m • Direct
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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 2h 42m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 47m • Direct
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    train train 2h 47m • Direct
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    train train 2h 46m • Direct
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    train train 2h 44m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sheffield 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.

Map of how to get from Sheffield to Reading.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 168 mi
  • Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Sheffield, England and Reading, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Reading every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 42m.

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