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Trains from Farringdon to Reading Stations

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182

train journeys
per day

37

miles (60 kms)

46 mins

fastest journey

00:54 / 00:04

first / last train

45

direct trains

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Farringdon to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 182 scheduled rail journeys between Farringdon and Reading Stations , with 45 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 137 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Farringdon to Reading Stations is approximately 37 miles (60 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 53 mins.

Elizabeth Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Farringdon and Reading Stations.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Farringdon to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 46 mins.

Journeys from Farringdon to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    00:54
    1 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    02:21
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    02:54
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    04:23
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    04:21
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    05:39
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    04:39
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    05:47
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:09
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    06:16
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:16
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    06:25
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:00
    51 mins 1 change
    06:51
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:05
    49 mins 1 change
    06:54
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:23
    48 mins 1 change
    07:11
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:23
    1 hrs 2 mins Direct
    07:25
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:27
    46 mins 1 change
    07:13
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:34
    49 mins 1 change
    07:23
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:38
    48 mins 1 change
    07:26
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:38
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    07:44
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:45
    53 mins 1 change
    07:38
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:51
    1 hrs 4 mins Direct
    07:55
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:57
    47 mins 1 change
    07:44
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:03
    48 mins 1 change
    07:51
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:06
    48 mins 1 change
    07:54
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:09
    1 hrs 3 mins Direct
    08:12
    Farringdon
    Reading
    Farringdon to Reading

About Farringdon Station

Station name Farringdon (ZFD)
Address Farringdon station, Cowcross Street, Farringdon, London, EC1M 6BY
Managed by LT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
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 Farringdon and Reading Stations

The travel time between Farringdon and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Farringdon and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 182 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:04.

First class tickets on trains between Farringdon and Reading Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 45 direct services per day from Farringdon to Reading Stations

Elizabeth Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Farringdon and Reading Stations.

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