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Trains from Reading Stations to Whitechapel

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186

train journeys
per day

39

miles (64 kms)

51 mins

fastest journey

00:24 / 00:29

first / last train

35

direct trains

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Reading Stations to Whitechapel

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On a typical weekday there are 186 scheduled rail journeys between Reading Stations and Whitechapel , with 35 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 151 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading Stations to Whitechapel is approximately 39 miles (64 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Whitechapel. The fastest journey time on this route takes 51 mins.

Journeys from Reading Stations to Whitechapel Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:24
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    02:30
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    00:53
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    02:58
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    02:24
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    04:26
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    03:54
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    05:58
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    04:35
    1 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    06:02
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    05:10
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    06:20
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    05:35
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    06:39
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    05:48
    55 mins 1 change
    06:43
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    05:59
    1 hrs 10 mins Direct
    07:09
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    06:00
    58 mins 1 change
    06:58
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    06:19
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    07:20
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    06:29
    1 hrs 10 mins Direct
    07:39
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    06:34
    54 mins 1 change
    07:28
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    06:36
    59 mins 1 change
    07:35
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    55 mins 1 change
    07:39
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    06:48
    1 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    07:50
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    06:59
    1 hrs 10 mins Direct
    08:09
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    07:02
    52 mins 1 change
    07:54
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    07:12
    57 mins 1 change
    08:09
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel
  • Mon 6th May
    07:20
    53 mins 1 change
    08:13
    Reading
    Whitechapel
    Reading to Whitechapel

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday
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

About Whitechapel Station

Station name Whitechapel (ZLW)
Address Whitechapel station, Whitechapel Road, Whitechapel, Greater London, E1 1BY
Managed by LT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading Stations and Whitechapel

The travel time between Reading Stations and Whitechapel by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs & the fastest journey takes 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading Stations and Whitechapel vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 186 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 35 direct services per day from Reading Stations to Whitechapel

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

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