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Trains from Watford Junction to Reading Stations

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69

train journeys
per day

28

miles (46 kms)

1hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

01:38 / 02:13

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Reading Stations

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

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Reading Stations is approximately 28 miles (46 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 51 mins.

London Overground, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Reading Stations.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    01:38
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    04:23
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:25
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    06:51
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:15
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    07:11
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:45
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    07:33
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:00
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:15
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    08:53
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:45
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:45
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:00
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:53
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:45
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:23
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:00
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:53
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Watford Junction
    Reading
    Watford Junction to Reading

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
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 Unavailable
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 Watford Junction and Reading Stations

The travel time between Watford Junction and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Reading Stations 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 01:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 02:13.

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

London Overground, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Reading Stations.

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