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Trains from Reading to West Croydon (WCY)

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118

train journeys
per day

37

miles (61 kms)

1hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

04:32 / 00:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Reading to West Croydon (WCY)

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On a typical weekday there are 118 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and West Croydon , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 118 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to West Croydon is approximately 37 miles (61 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 53 mins.

GWR, London Overground, Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and West Croydon.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to West Croydon. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Reading to West Croydon Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:32
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    06:27
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    04:35
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    06:58
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    05:10
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    07:09
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    05:31
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    07:14
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    05:35
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    07:28
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    05:39
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    07:34
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    05:48
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    07:39
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    05:59
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    07:50
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    05:59
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    07:57
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    06:00
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    07:57
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    06:19
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    06:29
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    08:20
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:28
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    07:02
    1 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    07:12
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:58
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    07:24
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:09
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    07:31
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    09:14
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    07:41
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    09:28
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    07:56
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    09:43
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    07:59
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Reading
    West Croydon
    Reading to West Croydon

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

About West Croydon Station

Station name West Croydon (WCY)
Address West Croydon station, London Road, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 2TA
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:15
Saturday 06:25 - 20:15
Sunday 08:10 - 17:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and West Croydon

The travel time between Reading and West Croydon by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and West Croydon vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 118 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading & West Croydon. owever, there are 118 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, London Overground, Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and West Croydon.

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