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Trains from Southend Stations to Reading

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69

train journeys
per day

72

miles (116 kms)

2hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

04:00 / 00:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Southend Stations to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 69 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Stations and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 69 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Stations to Reading is approximately 72 miles (116 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 30 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Stations and Reading.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend East to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Southend Stations to Reading Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:00
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    06:51
    Southend Victoria
    Reading
    Southend Victoria to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:34
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    07:11
    Southend Central
    Reading
    Southend Central to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:52
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    Southend Central
    Reading
    Southend Central to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:18
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    07:51
    Southend Central
    Reading
    Southend Central to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:30
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Southend Victoria
    Reading
    Southend Victoria to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Southend Central
    Reading
    Southend Central to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:00
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Southend Victoria
    Reading
    Southend Victoria to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:18
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Southend Central
    Reading
    Southend Central to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Southend Victoria
    Reading
    Southend Victoria to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:48
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Southend Central
    Reading
    Southend Central to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:15
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Southend Victoria
    Reading
    Southend Victoria to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:18
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Southend Central
    Reading
    Southend Central to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Southend Victoria
    Reading
    Southend Victoria to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:48
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Southend Central
    Reading
    Southend Central to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:31
    Southend Victoria
    Reading
    Southend Victoria to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:18
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Southend Central
    Reading
    Southend Central to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Southend Victoria
    Reading
    Southend Victoria to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:48
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Southend Central
    Reading
    Southend Central to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Southend Victoria
    Reading
    Southend Victoria to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:18
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Southend Central
    Reading
    Southend Central to Reading

About Southend Stations Station

Station name Southend Stations (152)
Address London Paddington station, Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 22:15
Tuesday 06:10 - 22:15
Wednesday 06:10 - 22:15
Thursday 06:10 - 22:15
Friday 06:10 - 22:15
Saturday 06:10 - 22:15
Sunday 07:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
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 Southend Stations and Reading

The travel time between Southend Stations and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Stations and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 69 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:33.

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Amenities on trains between Southend Stations 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 Southend Stations & Reading. owever, there are 69 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Stations and Reading.

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