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Trains from Watford Junction to Reading

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89

train journeys
per day

28

miles (45 kms)

1hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 89 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 89 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Reading is approximately 28 miles (45 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 36 mins.

GWR, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Reading.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 29 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Watford Junction to Reading

Journeys from Watford Junction to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    00:02
    2 hrs 19 mins2 changes
    02:21
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    00:26
    3 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    04:23
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    04:15
    1 hrs 32 mins2 changes
    05:47
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:14
    1 hrs 37 mins2 changes
    06:51
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:29
    1 hrs 42 mins2 changes
    07:11
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:54
    1 hrs 29 mins2 changes
    07:23
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:01
    1 hrs 37 mins2 changes
    07:38
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:15
    1 hrs 37 mins2 changes
    07:52
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:31
    1 hrs 40 mins2 changes
    08:11
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:45
    1 hrs 37 mins2 changes
    08:22
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:54
    1 hrs 32 mins2 changes
    08:26
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:01
    1 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    08:32
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:15
    1 hrs 29 mins2 changes
    08:44
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:30
    1 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    09:03
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:39
    1 hrs 32 mins2 changes
    09:11
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:48
    1 hrs 35 mins2 changes
    09:23
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:02
    1 hrs 29 mins2 changes
    09:31
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:07
    1 hrs 34 mins2 changes
    09:41
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:16
    1 hrs 30 mins2 changes
    09:46
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:32
    1 hrs 29 mins2 changes
    10:01
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
AddressWatford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed byLN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
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 Watford Junction and Reading

The travel time between Watford Junction and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 89 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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Amenities on trains between Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction & Reading. owever, there are 89 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Reading.

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