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Trains from Harpenden (HPD) to Reading Stations

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88

train journeys
per day

36

miles (59 kms)

1hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

00:17 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Harpenden (HPD) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 88 scheduled rail journeys between Harpenden and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 88 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Harpenden to Reading Stations is approximately 36 miles (59 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 38 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Harpenden to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Harpenden to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    00:17
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    02:21
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    01:42
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    04:23
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    02:49
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    05:39
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    03:49
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    06:11
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    04:17
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    06:16
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    04:28
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    06:42
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:17
    1 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    06:51
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:28
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    07:11
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:49
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    07:13
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:08
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    07:38
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:22
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:39
    1 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:52
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:05
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    08:26
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:22
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:28
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    08:53
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:35
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:03
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:43
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:52
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:58
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Harpenden
    Reading
    Harpenden to Reading

About Harpenden Station

Station name Harpenden (HPD)
Address Harpenden station, Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SP
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 07:15 - 20:15
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 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 Harpenden and Reading Stations

The travel time between Harpenden and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Harpenden and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 88 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Harpenden & Reading Stations. owever, there are 88 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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