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Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Reading

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88

train journeys
per day

37

miles (60 kms)

0hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

05:44 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 88 scheduled rail journeys between Elephant & Castle and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 88 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Elephant & Castle to Reading is approximately 37 miles (60 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 6 mins.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Elephant & Castle and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Elephant & Castle to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 0hrs 59 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Elephant & Castle to Reading

Journeys from Elephant & Castle to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:44
    1 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    06:51
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:19
    1 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    07:23
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:24
    1 hrs 14 mins3 changes
    07:38
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:44
    1 hrs2 changes
    07:44
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:49
    1 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    07:52
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:54
    1 hrs2 changes
    07:54
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:04
    1 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    08:11
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:14
    1 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    08:16
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:24
    1 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    08:26
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:34
    1 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    08:41
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:44
    1 hrs2 changes
    08:44
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:49
    1 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    08:53
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:54
    1 hrs 1 min2 changes
    08:55
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:04
    1 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    09:11
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:14
    1 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    09:16
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:19
    1 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    09:23
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:24
    1 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    09:27
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:34
    1 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    09:41
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:44
    1 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    09:46
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:49
    1 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    09:53
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading

About Elephant & Castle Station

Station name Elephant & Castle (EPH)
AddressElephant & Castle station, Elephant Road, Camberwell, London, SE17 1LB
Managed byTL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 07:00 - 20:10
Saturday 06:40 - 20:10
Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
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 Elephant & Castle and Reading

The travel time between Elephant & Castle and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 0hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Elephant & Castle and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 88 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Elephant & Castle 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 Elephant & Castle & Reading. owever, there are 88 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Elephant & Castle and Reading.

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