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Trains from Whitechapel to Reading

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178

train journeys
per day

39

miles (63 kms)

52 mins

fastest journey

03:56 / 00:35

first / last train

45

direct trains

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Whitechapel to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 178 scheduled rail journeys between Whitechapel and Reading , with 45 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 133 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Whitechapel to Reading is approximately 39 miles (63 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 1 mins.

London Overground, Southern, GWR, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Whitechapel and Reading.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Whitechapel to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 52 mins.

Journeys from Whitechapel to Reading Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:56
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    06:48
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    57 mins 1 change
    06:51
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:59
    55 mins 1 change
    06:54
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:17
    54 mins 1 change
    07:11
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:17
    1 hrs 8 mins Direct
    07:25
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:21
    52 mins 1 change
    07:13
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    55 mins 1 change
    07:23
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:32
    54 mins 1 change
    07:26
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:32
    1 hrs 12 mins Direct
    07:44
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:39
    59 mins 1 change
    07:38
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    1 hrs 10 mins Direct
    07:55
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:51
    53 mins 1 change
    07:44
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:57
    54 mins 1 change
    07:51
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    54 mins 1 change
    07:54
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:03
    1 hrs 9 mins Direct
    08:12
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:17
    1 hrs 8 mins Direct
    08:25
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:19
    52 mins 1 change
    08:11
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:24
    58 mins 1 change
    08:22
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:33
    53 mins 1 change
    08:26
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:33
    1 hrs 9 mins Direct
    08:42
    Whitechapel
    Reading
    Whitechapel to Reading

About Whitechapel Station

Station name Whitechapel (ZLW)
Address Whitechapel station, Whitechapel Road, Whitechapel, Greater London, E1 1BY
Managed by LT

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Whitechapel and Reading

The travel time between Whitechapel and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Whitechapel and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 178 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:35.

First class tickets on trains between Whitechapel and Reading typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 45 direct services per day from Whitechapel to Reading

London Overground, Southern, GWR, South Western Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Whitechapel and Reading.

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