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Trains from Portsmouth Stations to Reading

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45

train journeys
per day

44

miles (71 kms)

1hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

04:57 / 23:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Portsmouth Stations to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 45 scheduled rail journeys between Portsmouth Stations and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 45 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Portsmouth Stations to Reading is approximately 44 miles (71 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 9 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Southern, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth Stations and Reading.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 38 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Portsmouth Stations  to Reading

Journeys from Portsmouth Stations to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    04:57
    1 hrs 54 mins1 change
    06:51
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:23
    2 hrs 10 mins1 change
    07:33
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:55
    1 hrs 51 mins1 change
    07:46
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:05
    2 hrs 1 min2 changes
    08:06
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:15
    2 hrs1 change
    08:15
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:28
    2 hrs 13 mins1 change
    08:41
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:44
    2 hrs 13 mins1 change
    08:57
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:55
    2 hrs 9 mins1 change
    09:04
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:29
    1 hrs 38 mins1 change
    09:07
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:00
    1 hrs 47 mins1 change
    09:47
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:27
    1 hrs 43 mins1 change
    10:10
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:00
    1 hrs 56 mins1 change
    10:56
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:19
    1 hrs 45 mins1 change
    11:04
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:27
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    11:07
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:00
    1 hrs 49 mins1 change
    11:49
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:27
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    12:07
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:35
    2 hrs 22 mins1 change
    12:57
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:00
    2 hrs 4 mins1 change
    13:04
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:27
    1 hrs 39 mins1 change
    13:06
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:00
    1 hrs 55 mins1 change
    13:55
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Reading
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Reading

About Portsmouth Stations Station

Station name Portsmouth Stations (134)
AddressBasingstoke station, Station Hill, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 5NB
Managed bySW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 21:30
Saturday 06:00 - 21:30
Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
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 Portsmouth Stations and Reading

The travel time between Portsmouth Stations and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Portsmouth Stations and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 45 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

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

Amenities on trains between Portsmouth Stations 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 Portsmouth Stations & Reading. owever, there are 45 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Southern, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth Stations and Reading.

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