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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Crewe to Reading
Cheapest price
$130
Average price
$130
Fastest journey
2 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crewe to Reading will cost around $130 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $130.
Of the 1 trains that leave Crewe for Reading on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 208 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Crewe to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crewe to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €76.
Distance: 129 miles (208 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€107 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Crewe to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Crewe to Reading trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W02916+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ L16866 | On time 8:43 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 3h30 | 12:13 PM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
| L02110+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+P29986 | On time 8:49 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 3h37 | 12:26 PM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
 C75160 | On time 9:05 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h34 | 11:39 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W02908+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+L16776 | On time 9:15 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 3h38 | 12:53 PM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
| W02906+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+P29991 | On time 9:43 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 3h43 | 1:26 PM Reading station (RDG) | 2 transfers | |
 W05577+C75162 | On time 9:52 AM Crewe station (CRE) | 2h48 | 12:40 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crewe to Reading
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Trains from Crewe to Reading run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€76) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 129 miles (208 km) distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 129 miles (208 km) |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€76) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 02:24 |
Last train 21:33 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Crewe to Reading trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Crewe and Reading from $36 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Crewe to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crewe to Reading by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Crewe to Reading
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:00
- Car Park: Weston Road (Car Park 2)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 5 and 6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 5 and Platform 6
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the side of the station on the left as you exit. Northern Rail buses pick up / drop off at the temporary bus station, just beyond Platform 12. The bus station in question is accessible via a bridge at platform level.
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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