The average train between Ilford and Reading takes 1h 2m and the fastest train takes 57 min. The train runs at least 4 times per hour from Ilford 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 15 minutes between Ilford and Reading. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilford is at 1:20 PM which arrives into Reading at 2:24 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
1h 2m • 1 change
58 min • 1 change
1h 2m • 1 change
58 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Reading. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Reading station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.
Ilford to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Ilford station.
Ilford to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Reading station.
Book your Ilford to Reading train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Ilford and Reading is 73 km. The road distance is 76 km.
You can take a train from Ilford to Reading via London Paddington in around 1h 12m.
