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Trains from Chatham (CTM) to Reading

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49

train journeys
per day

64

miles (104 kms)

1hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

04:40 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Chatham (CTM) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 49 scheduled rail journeys between Chatham and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 49 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chatham to Reading is approximately 64 miles (104 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 19 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chatham to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 50 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Chatham to Reading

Journeys from Chatham to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    04:40
    2 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    07:11
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:24
    1 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    07:23
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:54
    1 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    07:44
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:24
    1 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    08:16
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:54
    1 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    08:44
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:24
    1 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    09:16
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:54
    1 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    09:53
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:15
    2 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    10:23
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:28
    1 hrs 58 mins3 changes
    10:26
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:45
    2 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    10:53
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:58
    1 hrs 57 mins3 changes
    10:55
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:28
    1 hrs 55 mins3 changes
    11:23
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:58
    1 hrs 55 mins3 changes
    11:53
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:28
    1 hrs 55 mins3 changes
    12:23
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:58
    1 hrs 55 mins3 changes
    12:53
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:28
    1 hrs 56 mins3 changes
    13:24
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:58
    1 hrs 55 mins3 changes
    13:53
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:28
    1 hrs 55 mins3 changes
    14:23
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:58
    1 hrs 55 mins3 changes
    14:53
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:28
    1 hrs 55 mins3 changes
    15:23
    Chatham
    Reading
    Chatham to Reading

About Chatham Station

Station name Chatham (CTM)
AddressChatham station, Railway Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6PN
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:50 - 20:00
Saturday 06:20 - 20:00
Sunday 07:10 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
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 Chatham and Reading

The travel time between Chatham and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chatham and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 49 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Chatham 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 Chatham & Reading. owever, there are 49 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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