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Trains from South Croydon (SCY) to Reading

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66

train journeys
per day

38

miles (61 kms)

1hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

06:00 / 00:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from South Croydon (SCY) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 66 scheduled rail journeys between South Croydon and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 66 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from South Croydon to Reading is approximately 38 miles (61 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 48 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being South Croydon to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from South Croydon to Reading Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:00
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:31
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    08:32
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:00
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:39
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    09:30
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:09
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    10:03
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:39
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    10:30
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:00
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:09
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    11:05
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:39
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    11:28
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:00
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:09
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    11:57
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:39
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    12:28
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:00
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:09
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    12:57
    South Croydon
    Reading
    South Croydon to Reading

About South Croydon Station

Station name South Croydon (SCY)
Address South Croydon station, Blunt Road, Croydon, Greater London, CR2 7PA
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:20 - 19:45
Saturday 06:20 - 19:45
Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
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 Available
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 South Croydon and Reading

The travel time between South Croydon and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between South Croydon and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 66 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:20.

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Amenities on trains between South Croydon 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 South Croydon & Reading. owever, there are 66 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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