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Trains from Reading West to Watford Junction

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49

train journeys
per day

29

miles (47 kms)

1hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading West to Watford Junction

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On a typical weekday there are 49 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Watford Junction , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 49 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Watford Junction is approximately 29 miles (47 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 54 mins.

London Overground, Southern, GWR, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Watford Junction.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Watford Junction. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Watford Junction Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:52
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    08:10
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    08:20
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    06:48
    1 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    08:29
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    06:56
    1 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    08:37
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    07:17
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    08:59
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    07:25
    1 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    09:12
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    07:43
    1 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    09:29
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    1 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    09:37
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    08:19
    1 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    10:12
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    08:38
    1 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    10:29
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    1 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    10:37
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    09:42
    1 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    11:29
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    09:51
    1 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    11:37
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    10:15
    1 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    11:59
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    1 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    12:23
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    1 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    11:15
    1 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:59
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    11:32
    1 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    13:12
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    1 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    13:29
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction
  • Mon 6th May
    12:14
    1 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    13:59
    Reading West
    Watford Junction
    Reading West to Watford Junction

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
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 Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading West and Watford Junction

The travel time between Reading West and Watford Junction by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Watford Junction vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 49 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West and Watford Junction 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 & Watford Junction. owever, there are 49 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Southern, GWR, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Watford Junction.

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