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Trains from Essex Road (EXR) to Reading

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113

train journeys
per day

38

miles (61 kms)

1hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

00:03 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Essex Road (EXR) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 113 scheduled rail journeys between Essex Road and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 113 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Essex Road to Reading is approximately 38 miles (61 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 27 mins.

Elizabeth Line, London Overground, Thameslink, GWR, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Essex Road and Reading.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Essex Road to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 15 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Essex Road to Reading

Journeys from Essex Road to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    00:03
    2 hrs 18 mins2 changes
    02:21
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    00:32
    3 hrs 51 mins2 changes
    04:23
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:48
    1 hrs 35 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    07:23
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:49
    1 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    07:11
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:56
    1 hrs 30 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    07:26
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:57
    1 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    07:23
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:04
    1 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    07:26
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:11
    1 hrs 33 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    07:44
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:12
    1 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    07:38
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:18
    1 hrs 34 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    07:52
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:19
    1 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    07:44
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:27
    1 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    07:52
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:41
    1 hrs 30 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    08:11
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:48
    1 hrs 34 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    08:22
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:49
    1 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    08:11
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:56
    1 hrs 30 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    08:26
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:57
    1 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    08:22
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:04
    1 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    08:26
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:11
    1 hrs 30 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    08:41
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:19
    1 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    08:41
    Essex Road
    Reading
    Essex Road to Reading

About Essex Road Station

Station name Essex Road (EXR)
AddressEssex Road station, 181 Essex Road, Islington, Greater London, N1 2SU
Managed byGN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday 06:30 - 22:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

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 Essex Road and Reading

The travel time between Essex Road and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Essex Road and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 113 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Essex Road 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 Essex Road & Reading. owever, there are 113 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, London Overground, Thameslink, GWR, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Essex Road and Reading.

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