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Trains from Swale (SWL) to Reading Stations

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18

train journeys
per day

74

miles (119 kms)

2hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

05:53 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Swale (SWL) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Swale and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swale to Reading Stations is approximately 74 miles (119 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 46 mins.

Elizabeth Line, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Swale and Reading Stations.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swale to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Swale to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:53
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    08:41
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:57
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    09:41
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:57
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    10:23
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:57
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    11:17
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:57
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    12:23
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:57
    2 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    13:24
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:57
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    14:23
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:57
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    15:17
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:57
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    16:23
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    14:57
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    17:23
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:57
    2 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    18:21
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    16:57
    2 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    19:21
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:57
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    20:23
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    18:57
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    21:25
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    19:57
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    22:27
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    20:57
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    23:40
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    21:57
    2 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    00:49
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    23:57
    7 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    07:26
    Swale
    Reading
    Swale to Reading

About Swale Station

Station name Swale (SWL)
Address Swale station, Sheppey Way, near Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SS
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Swale and Reading Stations

The travel time between Swale and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swale and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Swale 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 Swale & Reading Stations. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Swale and Reading Stations.

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