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Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Reading Stations

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181

train journeys
per day

37

miles (61 kms)

59 mins

fastest journey

00:40 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 181 scheduled rail journeys between Elephant & Castle and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 181 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Elephant & Castle to Reading Stations is approximately 37 miles (61 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 8 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Elephant & Castle and Reading Stations.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Elephant & Castle to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 59 mins.

Journeys from Elephant & Castle to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    00:40
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    02:21
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    02:40
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    04:23
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    04:11
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    05:39
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    04:29
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    05:47
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    04:59
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    06:16
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:06
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    06:25
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:39
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    06:51
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:44
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    06:51
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:59
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    07:11
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:01
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    07:13
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:11
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    07:23
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:19
    1 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    07:23
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:23
    1 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    07:38
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:39
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    07:51
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:44
    1 hrs 2 changes
    07:44
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:49
    1 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    07:51
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:54
    1 hrs 2 changes
    07:54
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:04
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    08:11
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:06
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    08:16
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:13
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    08:22
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle to Reading

About Elephant & Castle Station

Station name Elephant & Castle (EPH)
Address Elephant & Castle station, Elephant Road, Camberwell, London, SE17 1LB
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 20:10
Saturday 06:40 - 20:10
Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
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 Available
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 Elephant & Castle and Reading Stations

The travel time between Elephant & Castle and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Elephant & Castle and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 181 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Elephant & Castle 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 Elephant & Castle & Reading Stations. owever, there are 181 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Elephant & Castle and Reading Stations.

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