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Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Reading

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27

train journeys
per day

90

miles (145 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

00:09 / 23:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Herne Bay and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Herne Bay to Reading is approximately 90 miles (145 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 19 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Herne Bay to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Herne Bay to Reading

Journeys from Herne Bay to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    00:09
    7 hrs 14 mins4 changes
    07:23
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    04:49
    2 hrs 55 mins4 changes
    07:44
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:38
    2 hrs 38 mins3 changes
    08:16
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:49
    2 hrs 55 mins4 changes
    08:44
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:44
    2 hrs 32 mins3 changes
    09:16
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:14
    2 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    09:53
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:32
    2 hrs 51 mins3 changes
    10:23
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:40
    2 hrs 46 mins4 changes
    10:26
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:08
    2 hrs 47 mins4 changes
    10:55
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:40
    2 hrs 43 mins4 changes
    11:23
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:11
    2 hrs 42 mins4 changes
    11:53
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:46
    2 hrs 37 mins3 changes
    12:23
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:46
    2 hrs 38 mins3 changes
    13:24
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:46
    2 hrs 37 mins3 changes
    14:23
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:46
    2 hrs 37 mins3 changes
    15:23
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:46
    2 hrs 37 mins3 changes
    16:23
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:46
    2 hrs 40 mins3 changes
    17:26
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:46
    2 hrs 38 mins3 changes
    18:24
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:46
    2 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    19:25
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:39
    2 hrs 47 mins4 changes
    20:26
    Herne Bay
    Reading
    Herne Bay to Reading

About Herne Bay Station

Station name Herne Bay (HNB)
AddressHerne Bay station, The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:10 - 19:00
Saturday 06:10 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
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 Herne Bay and Reading

The travel time between Herne Bay and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Herne Bay and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:35.

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Amenities on trains between Herne Bay 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 Herne Bay & Reading. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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