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Trains from Old Street (OLD) to Reading

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90

train journeys
per day

38

miles (61 kms)

1hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

00:35 / 00:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Old Street (OLD) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 90 scheduled rail journeys between Old Street and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 90 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Old Street to Reading is approximately 38 miles (61 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 19 mins.

GWR, Great Northern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Old Street and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Old Street to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 10 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Old Street to Reading

Journeys from Old Street to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    00:35
    1 hrs 46 mins2 changes
    02:21
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:52
    1 hrs 19 mins2 changes
    07:11
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:07
    1 hrs 16 mins2 changes
    07:23
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:15
    1 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    07:38
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:22
    1 hrs 22 mins2 changes
    07:44
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:37
    1 hrs 15 mins2 changes
    07:52
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:52
    1 hrs 19 mins2 changes
    08:11
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:00
    1 hrs 22 mins2 changes
    08:22
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:07
    1 hrs 19 mins2 changes
    08:26
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:30
    1 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    08:41
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:37
    1 hrs 16 mins2 changes
    08:53
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:45
    1 hrs 10 mins2 changes
    08:55
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:58
    1 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    09:11
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:04
    1 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    09:16
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:10
    1 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    09:23
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:15
    1 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    09:27
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:28
    1 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    09:41
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:34
    1 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    09:46
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:40
    1 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    09:53
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:46
    1 hrs 15 mins2 changes
    10:01
    Old Street
    Reading
    Old Street to Reading

About Old Street Station

Station name Old Street (OLD)
AddressOld Street station, Old Street, London, EC1Y 1BE
Managed byLT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureUnavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
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 Old Street and Reading

The travel time between Old Street and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Old Street and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 90 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

First class tickets on trains between Old Street and Reading typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Old Street 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 Old Street & Reading. owever, there are 90 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Great Northern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Old Street and Reading.

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