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Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Reading

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21

train journeys
per day

89

miles (143 kms)

2hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

05:16 / 23:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

1

route

Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury East 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 Canterbury East to Reading is approximately 89 miles (143 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 24 mins.

Southeastern, GWR, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Reading.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury East to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 39 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Canterbury East to Reading

Journeys from Canterbury East to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:16
    3 hrs4 changes
    08:16
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:37
    2 hrs 39 mins4 changes
    09:16
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:17
    3 hrs 9 mins4 changes
    10:26
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:45
    3 hrs 10 mins4 changes
    10:55
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:14
    3 hrs 9 mins4 changes
    11:23
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:45
    3 hrs 8 mins4 changes
    11:53
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:19
    3 hrs 4 mins4 changes
    12:23
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:47
    3 hrs 6 mins4 changes
    12:53
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:47
    3 hrs 6 mins4 changes
    13:53
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:47
    3 hrs 6 mins4 changes
    14:53
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:47
    3 hrs 6 mins4 changes
    15:53
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:47
    3 hrs 6 mins4 changes
    16:53
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:47
    3 hrs 6 mins4 changes
    17:53
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:13
    2 hrs 44 mins4 changes
    18:57
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:47
    3 hrs 9 mins4 changes
    19:56
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:17
    3 hrs 9 mins4 changes
    20:26
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    18:17
    3 hrs 8 mins4 changes
    21:25
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    19:19
    3 hrs 7 mins4 changes
    22:26
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    19:47
    4 hrs 15 mins4 changes
    00:02
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    20:47
    4 hrs 1 min4 changes
    00:48
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading

About Canterbury East Station

Station name Canterbury East (CBE)
AddressCanterbury East station, Station Road East, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2RB
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:10 - 20:20
Saturday 06:10 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
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 Canterbury East and Reading

The travel time between Canterbury East and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury East 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 05:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:32.

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

Southeastern, GWR, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Reading.

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