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Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Reading

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104

train journeys
per day

38

miles (61 kms)

1hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

01:15 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 104 scheduled rail journeys between East Croydon and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 104 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from East Croydon to Reading is approximately 38 miles (61 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 28 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being East Croydon to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 13 mins.

Map of the rail routes from East Croydon to Reading

Journeys from East Croydon to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    01:15
    3 hrs 8 mins2 changes
    04:23
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    03:10
    2 hrs 29 mins2 changes
    05:39
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    04:10
    2 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    06:16
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    04:40
    1 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    06:25
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:10
    1 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    06:51
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:40
    1 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    07:11
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:03
    1 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    07:23
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:15
    1 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    07:38
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:21
    1 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    07:44
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:31
    1 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    07:52
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:33
    1 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    07:54
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:51
    1 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    08:11
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:01
    1 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    08:22
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:03
    1 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    08:26
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:21
    1 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    08:41
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:31
    1 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    08:44
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:33
    1 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    08:53
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:45
    1 hrs 18 mins2 changes
    09:03
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:51
    1 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    09:11
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:54
    1 hrs 22 mins2 changes
    09:16
    East Croydon
    Reading
    East Croydon to Reading

About East Croydon Station

Station name East Croydon (ECR)
AddressEast Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF
Managed bySN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
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 East Croydon and Reading

The travel time between East Croydon and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between East Croydon and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 104 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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Amenities on trains between East Croydon 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 East Croydon & Reading. owever, there are 104 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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