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Trains from Salisbury to Reading

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38

train journeys
per day

45

miles (72 kms)

58 mins

fastest journey

05:10 / 00:15

first / last train

2

direct trains

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Salisbury to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Salisbury and Reading , with 2 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Salisbury to Reading is approximately 45 miles (72 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 43 mins.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Salisbury and Reading.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Salisbury to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 58 mins.

Journeys from Salisbury to Reading Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:10
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    06:31
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:43
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    07:08
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:06
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    07:28
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    08:06
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    08:41
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:19
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    08:55
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:45
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    09:04
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    09:46
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:46
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    10:10
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:21
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    10:55
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:47
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    11:06
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:21
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:47
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    12:06
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:21
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    12:49
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:47
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    13:06
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:12
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    13:48
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:21
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    13:55
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:47
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    14:07
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:22
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    14:48
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:47
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    15:06
    Salisbury
    Reading
    Salisbury to Reading

About Salisbury Station

Station name Salisbury (SAL)
Address Salisbury station, South Western Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7RS
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 20:00
Saturday 06:20 - 19:30
Sunday 08:10 - 20:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 Salisbury and Reading

The travel time between Salisbury and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Salisbury and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 2 direct services per day from Salisbury to Reading

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Salisbury and Reading.

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