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Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Reading Stations

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30

train journeys
per day

89

miles (144 kms)

2hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

00:33 / 23:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury East and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury East to Reading Stations is approximately 89 miles (144 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 59 mins.

Southern, GWR, South Western Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Reading Stations.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury East to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury East to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    00:33
    6 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    07:26
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    04:59
    2 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    07:44
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:19
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:52
    2 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    08:26
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:28
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    08:55
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:56
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    09:23
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:28
    2 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    09:53
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:02
    2 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:13
    2 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    11:11
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:00
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    11:33
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:19
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    12:11
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:00
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    12:26
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:02
    2 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    13:26
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:02
    2 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    14:26
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:02
    2 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    15:26
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    14:00
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    16:26
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:02
    2 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    17:26
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    16:02
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    18:34
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    16:14
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    19:11
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:02
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    19:28
    Canterbury East
    Reading
    Canterbury East to Reading

About Canterbury East Station

Station name Canterbury East (CBE)
Address Canterbury East station, Station Road East, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2RB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:20
Saturday 06:10 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
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 Canterbury East and Reading Stations

The travel time between Canterbury East and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury East and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:32.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury East and Reading Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Canterbury East & Reading Stations. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, GWR, South Western Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Reading Stations.

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