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Trains from Reading West to London Charing Cross (CHX)

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54

train journeys
per day

37

miles (60 kms)

1hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading West to London Charing Cross (CHX)

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On a typical weekday there are 54 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and London Charing Cross , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 54 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to London Charing Cross is approximately 37 miles (60 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 14 mins.

Elizabeth Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and London Charing Cross.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to London Charing Cross. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to London Charing Cross Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:52
    1 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    07:27
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    1 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    06:48
    1 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    08:01
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    06:56
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    08:12
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    07:17
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    08:27
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    07:25
    1 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:40
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    07:43
    1 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:57
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    07:48
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    08:19
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:32
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    08:38
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:54
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    1 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:07
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    09:42
    1 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    09:51
    1 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    11:02
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    10:15
    1 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    1 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:45
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    1 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:02
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    11:15
    1 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    11:32
    1 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:42
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    1 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:56
    Reading West
    London Charing Cross
    Reading West to London Charing Cross

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About London Charing Cross Station

Station name London Charing Cross (CHX)
Address London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday
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 Reading West and London Charing Cross

The travel time between Reading West and London Charing Cross by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and London Charing Cross vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 54 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading West & London Charing Cross. owever, there are 54 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and London Charing Cross.

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