The average train between Reading and Epsom Downs takes 1h 59m and the fastest train takes 1h 48m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Reading to Epsom Downs. 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 30 minutes between Reading and Epsom Downs. The earliest departure is at 12:19 AM at night, and the last departure from Reading is at 10:05 PM which arrives into Epsom Downs at 11:59 PM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 1h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 18m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Reading to Epsom Downs? 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 Reading to Epsom Downs. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Epsom Downs station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.
Reading to Epsom Downs train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.
Reading to Epsom Downs train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Epsom Downs station.
Book your Reading to Epsom Downs train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Reading and Epsom Downs is 52.9 km. The road distance is 94 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Epsom Downs via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 2h 22m.