The average train between Welshpool and Reading takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Welshpool 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 every 4 hours between Welshpool and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Welshpool is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Reading at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Reading. However, there are services departing from Welshpool station and arriving at Reading station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Welshpool to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Welshpool station.
Welshpool to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Welshpool to Reading train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Welshpool and Reading is 200.1 km. The road distance is 258 km.
You can take a train from Welshpool to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 41m.