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Trains from Bishops Stortford (BIS) to Reading

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64

train journeys
per day

56

miles (90 kms)

2hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 00:40

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Bishops Stortford (BIS) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 64 scheduled rail journeys between Bishops Stortford and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 64 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bishops Stortford to Reading is approximately 56 miles (90 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 14 mins.

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

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

Journeys from Bishops Stortford to Reading Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:08
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    02:21
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:39
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    04:23
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:07
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    07:33
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:20
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    07:51
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:39
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    07:54
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:09
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:33
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:39
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:53
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:58
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    09:16
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:09
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:33
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:39
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:09
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:39
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:09
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:33
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:39
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading
    Bishops Stortford to Reading

About Bishops Stortford Station

Station name Bishops Stortford (BIS)
Address Bishops Stortford station, Station Road, Bishops Stortford, Essex, CM23 3BL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 07:00 - 21:00
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 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 Bishops Stortford and Reading

The travel time between Bishops Stortford and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bishops Stortford and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 64 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:40.

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Amenities on trains between Bishops Stortford 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 Bishops Stortford & Reading. owever, there are 64 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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