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Trains from Purfleet (PFL) to Reading

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46

train journeys
per day

52

miles (83 kms)

1hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

05:00 / 00:08

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Purfleet (PFL) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 46 scheduled rail journeys between Purfleet and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 46 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Purfleet to Reading is approximately 52 miles (83 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 2 mins.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Purfleet and Reading.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Purfleet to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 53 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Purfleet to Reading

Journeys from Purfleet to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:00
    2 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    07:11
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:30
    2 hrs 8 mins2 changes
    07:38
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:12
    1 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    08:11
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:28
    2 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    08:32
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:44
    2 hrs2 changes
    08:44
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:57
    2 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    09:03
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:12
    2 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    09:16
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:30
    1 hrs 57 mins3 changes
    09:27
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:46
    2 hrs2 changes
    09:46
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:02
    1 hrs 59 mins2 changes
    10:01
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:16
    1 hrs 55 mins3 changes
    10:11
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:43
    1 hrs 55 mins3 changes
    10:38
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:02
    1 hrs 53 mins3 changes
    10:55
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:14
    1 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    11:11
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:42
    1 hrs 58 mins2 changes
    11:40
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:59
    1 hrs 54 mins3 changes
    11:53
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:16
    1 hrs 55 mins2 changes
    12:11
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:46
    2 hrs2 changes
    12:46
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:16
    1 hrs 55 mins2 changes
    13:11
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:46
    2 hrs2 changes
    13:46
    Purfleet
    Reading
    Purfleet to Reading

About Purfleet Station

Station name Purfleet (PFL)
AddressPurfleet station, London Road, Purfleet, Essex, RM19 1PP
Managed byCC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 09:50
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
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 Purfleet and Reading

The travel time between Purfleet and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Purfleet and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 46 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:08.

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Amenities on trains between Purfleet 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 Purfleet & Reading. owever, there are 46 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Purfleet and Reading.

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