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Trains from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Reading

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103

train journeys
per day

32

miles (53 kms)

1hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

00:12 / 00:08

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 103 scheduled rail journeys between Kensington Olympia and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 103 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Kensington Olympia to Reading is approximately 32 miles (53 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 50 mins.

London Overground, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, GWR, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Kensington Olympia and Reading.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Kensington Olympia to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 34 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Kensington Olympia to Reading

Journeys from Kensington Olympia to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    00:12
    6 hrs 39 mins1 change
    06:51
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:14
    1 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    07:11
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:02
    1 hrs 43 mins1 change
    07:45
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:05
    1 hrs 49 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    07:54
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:10
    1 hrs 44 mins4 changes
    07:54
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:22
    1 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    08:06
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:31
    1 hrs 43 mins1 change
    08:14
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:33
    1 hrs 43 mins4 changes
    08:16
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:43
    1 hrs 43 mins4 changes
    08:26
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:49
    1 hrs 52 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    08:41
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:52
    1 hrs 49 mins2 changes
    08:41
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:58
    1 hrs 43 mins4 changes
    08:41
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:03
    1 hrs 43 mins1 change
    08:46
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:08
    1 hrs 45 mins4 changes
    08:53
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:27
    1 hrs 40 mins2 changes
    09:07
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:32
    1 hrs 44 mins4 changes
    09:16
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:45
    1 hrs 42 mins4 changes
    09:27
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:50
    1 hrs 51 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    09:41
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:55
    1 hrs 46 mins4 changes
    09:41
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:04
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    09:44
    Kensington Olympia
    Reading
    Kensington Olympia to Reading

About Kensington Olympia Station

Station name Kensington Olympia (KPA)
AddressKensington Olympia station, Olympia Way, Kensington, Greater London, W14 0NE
Managed byLO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

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 Kensington Olympia and Reading

The travel time between Kensington Olympia and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Kensington Olympia and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 103 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:08.

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Amenities on trains between Kensington Olympia 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 Kensington Olympia & Reading. owever, there are 103 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, GWR, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Kensington Olympia and Reading.

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