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Trains from London Cannon Street (CST) to Reading

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266

train journeys
per day

38

miles (61 kms)

1hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

00:36 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from London Cannon Street (CST) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 266 scheduled rail journeys between London Cannon Street and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 266 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Cannon Street to Reading is approximately 38 miles (61 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 13 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Cannon Street and Reading.

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

Journeys from London Cannon Street to Reading Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:36
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    02:21
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    02:36
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    04:23
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:06
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    05:39
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:24
    1 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    05:47
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:54
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    06:16
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:01
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    06:25
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:34
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    06:51
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:36
    1 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    06:51
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:36
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    06:54
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:41
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    06:54
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:54
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    07:11
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    07:13
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:59
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    07:11
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:03
    1 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    07:13
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    07:23
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:09
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    07:26
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:10
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    07:23
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:14
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    07:26
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:18
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    07:38
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:21
    1 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    07:38
    London Cannon Street
    Reading
    London Cannon Street to Reading

About London Cannon Street Station

Station name London Cannon Street (CST)
Address London Cannon Street station, Cannon Street, London, Greater London, EC4N 6AP
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 10:00 15:00 - 19:00
Weekend 06:00 - 10:00 15:00 - 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 Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
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 London Cannon Street and Reading

The travel time between London Cannon Street and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Cannon Street and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 266 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:36, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between London Cannon Street & Reading. owever, there are 266 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Cannon Street and Reading.

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