The average train between Greater London (Region) and Reading takes 27 min and the fastest train takes 23 min. The train runs at least 9 times per hour from Greater London (Region) 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 10 minutes between Greater London (Region) and Reading. The earliest departure is at 7:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Greater London (Region) is at 12:03 PM which arrives into Reading at 12:26 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 27 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Greater London (Region) station and arriving at Reading station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 27 min.
Greater London (Region) to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Paddington station.
Greater London (Region) to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Reading station.
Book your Greater London (Region) to Reading train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Greater London (Region) and Reading is 55.9 km. The road distance is 57 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Reading every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £15–28 and the journey takes 36 min. Elizabeth Line (TfL) also services this route every 3 hours.