The average train between Hayes and Reading takes 1h 37m and the fastest train takes 1h 25m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Hayes 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 20 minutes between Hayes and Reading. The earliest departure is at 12:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Hayes is at 11:13 PM which arrives into Reading at 1:29 AM. All services require a transfer at London Charing Cross and take an average of 1h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Hayes to Reading? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Hayes to Reading. However, there are services departing from Hayes (Kent) station and arriving at Reading station via London Charing Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.
Hayes to Reading train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Hayes (Kent) station.
Hayes to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.
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The distance between Hayes and Reading is 69.1 km. The road distance is 84 km.
You can take a train from Hayes (Kent) to Reading via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 1h 25m.