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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Reading Stations

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27

train journeys
per day

89

miles (143 kms)

2hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury West and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury West to Reading Stations is approximately 89 miles (143 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 44 mins.

Southern, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury West and Reading Stations.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury West to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury West to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:20
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:13
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    08:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:49
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    08:55
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:17
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:49
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:23
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:35
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:21
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:21
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:23
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:23
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:23
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    15:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    14:21
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    16:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:23
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    17:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:37
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    18:27
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    16:23
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    18:34
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    16:35
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    19:25
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:23
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    19:28
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:35
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    20:26
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    18:23
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    20:32
    Canterbury West
    Reading
    Canterbury West to Reading

About Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
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 Unavailable

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 West and Reading Stations

The travel time between Canterbury West and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury West and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury West 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 West & Reading Stations. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury West and Reading Stations.

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