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Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Reading Stations

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81

train journeys
per day

34

miles (55 kms)

1hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

00:23 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 81 scheduled rail journeys between St Albans City and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 81 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Albans City to Reading Stations is approximately 34 miles (55 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 39 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between St Albans City and Reading Stations.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Albans City to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from St Albans City to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:23
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    02:21
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    01:55
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    04:23
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:55
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    05:35
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:55
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    06:10
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:23
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    06:16
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:35
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    06:40
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:53
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    06:51
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:05
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    07:10
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:23
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    07:11
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:35
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    07:33
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:57
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    07:38
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:27
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:42
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:57
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:13
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:27
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    08:55
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:57
    1 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:13
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:27
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    St Albans City
    Reading
    St Albans City to Reading

About St Albans City Station

Station name St Albans City (SAC)
Address St Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 06:45 - 21:15
Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
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 Available
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 St Albans City and Reading Stations

The travel time between St Albans City and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Albans City and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 81 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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Amenities on trains between St Albans City 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 St Albans City & Reading Stations. owever, there are 81 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between St Albans City and Reading Stations.

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