The average train between Reading and Long Eaton Station takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading to Long Eaton Station. 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 3 hours between Reading and Long Eaton Station. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Long Eaton Station at 9:29 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 45m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Reading to Long Eaton Station? 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 Long Eaton Station. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Long Eaton Station station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Reading to Long Eaton Station train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Long Eaton Station train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Reading to Long Eaton Station train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Reading and Long Eaton Station is 160.3 km. The road distance is 225 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Derby every 3 hours. Tickets cost £70–100 and the journey takes 2h 14m.