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Liverpool Street Station to Reading trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Liverpool Street Station and Reading takes 1h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Liverpool Street Station 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.

1h 5m
Duration
40 mi
Distance
£35
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Liverpool Street Station to Reading train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Liverpool Street Station and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Liverpool Street Station is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Reading at 11:41 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    train train 1h 8m • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct
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    train train 1h 9m • Direct
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    train train 1h 7m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    train train 1h 8m • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct
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    train train 1h 6m • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Liverpool Street Station 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.

Map of how to get from Liverpool Street Station to Reading.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 40.4 mi
  • Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Liverpool Street Station, England and Reading, England?

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Liverpool Street Station to Reading every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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