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Trains from Braintree (BTR) to Reading

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21

train journeys
per day

71

miles (115 kms)

2hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

05:38 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Braintree (BTR) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Braintree and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Braintree to Reading is approximately 71 miles (115 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 31 mins.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Braintree and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Braintree to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 8 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Braintree to Reading

Journeys from Braintree to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:38
    2 hrs 14 mins4 changes
    07:52
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:42
    2 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    08:53
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:26
    2 hrs 15 mins3 changes
    09:41
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:13
    2 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    10:23
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:00
    2 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    11:11
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:59
    2 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    12:11
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:59
    2 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    13:11
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:59
    2 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    14:11
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:59
    2 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    15:11
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:59
    2 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    16:11
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:59
    2 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    17:11
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:59
    2 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    18:11
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:59
    2 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    19:11
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:45
    2 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    19:53
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    18:32
    2 hrs 14 mins3 changes
    20:46
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    19:20
    2 hrs 25 mins4 changes
    21:45
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    20:07
    2 hrs 9 mins4 changes
    22:16
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    20:59
    2 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    23:25
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    21:59
    2 hrs 49 mins4 changes
    00:48
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    22:49
    2 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    01:41
    Braintree
    Reading
    Braintree to Reading

About Braintree Station

Station name Braintree (BTR)
AddressBraintree station, Station Approach, Braintree, Essex, CM7 3QL
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 15:00
Saturday 05:45 - 13:05
Sunday 07:45 - 15:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

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 Braintree and Reading

The travel time between Braintree and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Braintree and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Braintree 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 Braintree & Reading. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Braintree and Reading.

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