The average train between Reading and University College London takes 42 min and the fastest train takes 35 min. The train runs at least 4 times per hour from Reading to University College London. 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 Reading and University College London. The earliest departure is at 3:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Reading is at 11:50 PM which arrives into University College London at 12:43 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 42 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 6m • 1 change
57 min • 1 change
1h 14m • 1 change
56 min • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Reading to University College London? 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 University College London. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at University College London station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.
Reading to University College London train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.
Reading to University College London train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Euston Square station.
Book your Reading to University College London train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and London Underground (Tube).
The distance between Reading and University College London is 58.5 km. The road distance is 61 km.
Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Reading to Tottenham Court Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £29–60 and the journey takes 1h 2m.