Reading to Leigh-on-Sea Trains

Reading to Leigh-on-Sea trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Reading and Leigh-on-Sea takes 1h 40m and the fastest train takes 1h 26m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Reading to Leigh-on-Sea. 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 40m
Duration: 73 mi
Distance: £45
Average price: Every 20 minutes
Frequency

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1h 48m

£29–79

Reading to Leigh-on-Sea train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between Reading and Leigh-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 7:35 PM which arrives into Leigh-on-Sea at 9:02 PM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 1h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

6:19 AM → 7:55 AM
1h 36m • 2 changes
7:02 AM → 8:34 AM
1h 32m • 2 changes
7:07 AM → 8:42 AM
1h 34m • 2 changes
7:20 AM → 8:50 AM
1h 30m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Reading to Leigh-on-Sea? 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.