The average train between Wilmslow and Reading takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow and Reading. The earliest departure is at 7:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wilmslow is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Reading at 11:38 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wilmslow to Reading. However, there are services departing from Wilmslow station and arriving at Reading station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Wilmslow to Reading train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wilmslow station.
Wilmslow to Reading train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Wilmslow to Reading train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Wilmslow and Reading is 225 km. The road distance is 272 km.
You can take a train from Wilmslow to Reading via Stafford in around 3h 34m.