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Trains from Barking (BKG) to Reading

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130

train journeys
per day

45

miles (73 kms)

1hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

05:05 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Barking (BKG) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 130 scheduled rail journeys between Barking and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 130 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Barking to Reading is approximately 45 miles (73 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 39 mins.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, c2c, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Barking and Reading.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Barking to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 29 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Barking to Reading

Journeys from Barking to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:05
    1 hrs 46 mins2 changes
    06:51
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:08
    1 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    06:53
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:39
    1 hrs 32 mins4 changes
    07:11
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:54
    1 hrs 32 mins4 changes
    07:26
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:09
    1 hrs 35 mins4 changes
    07:44
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:24
    1 hrs 30 mins4 changes
    07:54
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:39
    1 hrs 32 mins4 changes
    08:11
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:54
    1 hrs 32 mins4 changes
    08:26
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:09
    1 hrs 32 mins4 changes
    08:41
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:24
    1 hrs 31 mins4 changes
    08:55
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:35
    1 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    09:23
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:39
    1 hrs 32 mins4 changes
    09:11
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:41
    1 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    09:23
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:46
    1 hrs 41 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    09:27
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:54
    1 hrs 33 mins4 changes
    09:27
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:09
    1 hrs 32 mins4 changes
    09:41
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:11
    1 hrs 42 mins2 changes
    09:53
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:25
    1 hrs 30 mins4 changes
    09:55
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:32
    1 hrs 39 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    10:11
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:42
    1 hrs 29 mins4 changes
    10:11
    Barking
    Reading
    Barking to Reading

About Barking Station

Station name Barking (BKG)
AddressBarking station, Station Parade, Barking, Greater London, IG11 8TU
Managed byCC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 06:45 - 10:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Barking and Reading

The travel time between Barking and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Barking and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 130 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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Amenities on trains between Barking and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Barking & Reading. owever, there are 130 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, c2c, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Barking and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Barking and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.