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Trains from Bedford Stations to Reading

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65

train journeys
per day

51

miles (83 kms)

2hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

01:15 / 00:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Bedford Stations to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 65 scheduled rail journeys between Bedford Stations and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 65 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bedford Stations to Reading is approximately 51 miles (83 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 11 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford Stations and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bedford to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Bedford Stations to Reading Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    01:15
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    04:23
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:15
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    05:35
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:15
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    06:10
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:43
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    06:16
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:13
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    06:51
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:43
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    07:11
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:07
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    07:23
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:18
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    07:38
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:09
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:40
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    08:41
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:10
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:11
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:18
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:40
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:41
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:48
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:10
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:11
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:39
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    10:31
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:48
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    2 hrs 2 changes
    11:11
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:41
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:48
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:55
    Bedford
    Reading
    Bedford to Reading

About Bedford Stations Station

Station name Bedford Stations (10)
Address London Paddington station, Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 22:15
Tuesday 06:10 - 22:15
Wednesday 06:10 - 22:15
Thursday 06:10 - 22:15
Friday 06:10 - 22:15
Saturday 06:10 - 22:15
Sunday 07:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bedford Stations and Reading

The travel time between Bedford Stations and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bedford Stations and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 65 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:52.

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Amenities on trains between Bedford 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 Bedford Stations & Reading. owever, there are 65 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford Stations and Reading.

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