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Trains from Stowmarket to Reading Stations

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39

train journeys
per day

98

miles (158 kms)

2hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

00:50 / 00:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Stowmarket to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between Stowmarket and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 39 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stowmarket to Reading Stations is approximately 98 miles (158 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 10 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Stowmarket and Reading Stations.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stowmarket to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Stowmarket to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    00:50
    6 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    07:38
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:34
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    07:54
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:59
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:33
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:55
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:57
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:34
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:56
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:32
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:47
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:32
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:53
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:47
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:29
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:47
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:41
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:29
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    13:53
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:47
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    14:40
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:29
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    14:53
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:47
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:42
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:29
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:47
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    16:42
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    14:30
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    16:53
    Stowmarket
    Reading
    Stowmarket to Reading

About Stowmarket Station

Station name Stowmarket (SMK)
Address Stowmarket station, Station Road East, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1RQ
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 07:20 - 16:30
Sunday 09:15 - 18:30
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 Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
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 Stowmarket and Reading Stations

The travel time between Stowmarket and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stowmarket and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:07.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Stowmarket & Reading Stations. owever, there are 39 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Stowmarket and Reading Stations.

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