Reading to Shipley (Yorks) by train
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:15 | |
| Departure station | Reading | |
| Arrival station | Shipley (Yorks) | |
| Journey time | From 4h 12m | |
| Distance | 167 miles (269 km) | |
| Frequency | 11 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Reading to Shipley (Yorks) in 4 hours 12 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Reading to Shipley (Yorks)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 1 minute to travel the 167 miles (269 km) from Reading to Shipley (Yorks) by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 12 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 11 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with London North Eastern Railway or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Reading to Shipley (Yorks) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Shipley (Yorks) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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