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Trip Overview

The average train between Brighton and Reading (Station) takes 2h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Brighton to Reading (Station). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 16m
Duration
76 mi
Distance
£42
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Brighton to Reading (Station) train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Brighton and Reading (Station). The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Brighton is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Reading (Station) at 12:45 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 41m • 1 change
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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 15m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 23m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 41m • 1 change
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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 15m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 23m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 41m • 1 change
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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 15m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 23m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 50m • 1 change
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    Gatwick ExpressGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 11m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 12m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)3h 16m • 1 change
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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 22m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 27m • 1 change
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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 41m • 1 change
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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 15m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 23m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 41m • 1 change
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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 15m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 23m • 1 change
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    ThameslinkGreat Western Railway (GWR)2h 21m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Brighton to Reading (Station)? 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.

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  • Distance: 75.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Reading (Station), Reading, England?

You can take a train from Brighton to Reading via Gatwick Airport in around 2h 26m.

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