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Trains from Stowmarket to Reading

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37

train journeys
per day

98

miles (158 kms)

2hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

05:29 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Stowmarket to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Stowmarket and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stowmarket to Reading is approximately 98 miles (158 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 46 mins.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Stowmarket and Reading.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stowmarket to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 18 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Stowmarket to Reading

Journeys from Stowmarket to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:29
    2 hrs 23 mins3 changes
    07:52
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:59
    2 hrs 27 mins3 changes
    08:26
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:29
    2 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    08:53
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:59
    2 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    09:23
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:29
    2 hrs 32 mins3 changes
    10:01
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:59
    2 hrs 27 mins3 changes
    10:26
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:28
    2 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    10:48
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:47
    2 hrs 46 mins4 changes
    11:33
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:58
    2 hrs 42 mins1 change
    11:40
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:28
    2 hrs 19 mins3 changes
    11:47
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:47
    2 hrs 50 mins4 changes
    12:37
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:28
    2 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    12:46
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:46
    2 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    13:38
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:28
    2 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    13:46
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:46
    2 hrs 47 mins4 changes
    14:33
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:28
    2 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    14:46
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:46
    2 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    15:39
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:28
    2 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    15:46
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:46
    2 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    16:34
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:28
    2 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    16:46
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading

About Stowmarket Station

Station name Stowmarket (SMK)
AddressStowmarket station, Station Road East, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1RQ
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 07:20 - 16:30
Sunday 09:15 - 18:30
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 Stowmarket and Reading

The travel time between Stowmarket and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stowmarket and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:29, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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Amenities on trains between Stowmarket 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 Stowmarket & Reading. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Stowmarket and Reading.

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