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Trains from Luton (LUT) to Reading

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82

train journeys
per day

37

miles (60 kms)

1hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Luton (LUT) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 82 scheduled rail journeys between Luton and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 82 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Luton to Reading is approximately 37 miles (60 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 51 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Luton and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Luton to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Luton to Reading Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:08
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    02:21
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    01:40
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    04:23
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:40
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    05:35
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:40
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    06:10
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:08
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    06:16
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:20
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    06:40
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:38
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    06:51
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:50
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    07:10
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:08
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    07:11
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:29
    1 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    07:23
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:43
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    07:38
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:25
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:27
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:56
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:59
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:29
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:59
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:13
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:29
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Luton
    Reading
    Luton to Reading

About Luton Station

Station name Luton (LUT)
Address Luton station, Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:45
Saturday 05:45 - 22:00
Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 Luton and Reading

The travel time between Luton and Reading 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 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Luton and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 82 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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Amenities on trains between Luton 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 Luton & Reading. owever, there are 82 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Luton and Reading.

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