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Trains from Canterbury Stations to Reading

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23

train journeys
per day

89

miles (143 kms)

2hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:18 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Canterbury Stations to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury Stations and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury Stations to Reading is approximately 89 miles (143 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 32 mins.

Southeastern, South Western Railway, GWR, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury Stations and Reading.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury West to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 3 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Canterbury Stations  to Reading

Journeys from Canterbury Stations to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:18
    2 hrs 26 mins2 changes
    07:44
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:12
    2 hrs 14 mins2 changes
    08:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:49
    2 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    08:55
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:19
    2 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    09:23
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:49
    2 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    09:53
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:23
    2 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    10:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:21
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    11:33
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:21
    2 hrs 16 mins2 changes
    12:37
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:23
    2 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    13:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:23
    2 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    14:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:23
    2 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    15:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:23
    2 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    16:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:23
    2 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    17:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:21
    2 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    18:34
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:23
    2 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    19:28
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    18:23
    2 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    20:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    18:32
    3 hrs 9 mins2 changes
    21:41
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    19:23
    2 hrs 22 mins2 changes
    21:45
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    20:23
    2 hrs 18 mins2 changes
    22:41
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    21:23
    2 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    00:02
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading

About Canterbury Stations Station

Station name Canterbury Stations (26)
AddressLondon Paddington station, Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:10 - 22:15
Tuesday 06:10 - 22:15
Wednesday 06:10 - 22:15
Thursday 06:10 - 22:15
Friday 06:10 - 22:15
Saturday 06:10 - 22:15
Sunday 07:00 - 22:15
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersAvailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
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 Canterbury Stations and Reading

The travel time between Canterbury Stations and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury Stations and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury Stations 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 Stations & Reading. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Southeastern, South Western Railway, GWR, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury Stations and Reading.

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