The average train between Torquay and Reading takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Torquay 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 Torquay and Reading. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Torquay is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Reading at 11:10 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 44m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Torquay 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 Torquay to Reading. However, there are services departing from Torquay station and arriving at Reading station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.
Torquay to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.
Torquay to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Torquay to Reading train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Torquay and Reading is 210.3 km. The road distance is 265 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newton Abbot to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 2h 2m.