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Trains from Whitstable (WHI) to Reading

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37

train journeys
per day

86

miles (139 kms)

2hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

05:00 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Whitstable (WHI) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Whitstable and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Whitstable to Reading is approximately 86 miles (139 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 1 mins.

GWR, Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Whitstable and Reading.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Whitstable to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Whitstable to Reading Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:53
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:11
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    2 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    10:23
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:15
    2 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    10:53
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:46
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    11:17
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:17
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    12:23
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:28
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    13:24
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:28
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    14:11
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:50
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    14:23
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:28
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:50
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    15:17
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:28
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    16:11
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:50
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    16:23
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:28
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Whitstable
    Reading
    Whitstable to Reading

About Whitstable Station

Station name Whitstable (WHI)
Address Whitstable station, Old Bridge Road, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1RB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:00
Saturday 06:00 - 12:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
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 Whitstable and Reading

The travel time between Whitstable and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Whitstable and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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

Amenities on trains between Whitstable 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 Whitstable & Reading. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Southern, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Whitstable and Reading.

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