Battle to Reading train with Southeastern

Wed 08 Jul
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Southeastern
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Southeastern
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  • Southeastern
    5:432h43
    Battle
    8:26Reading
    £651One-way
    2 changes
  • Southeastern
    6:492h49
    Battle
    9:38Reading
    £651One-way
    2 changes
  • Southeastern
    7:232h47
    Battle
    10:10Reading
    £651One-way
    2 changes

Live departures

Battle to Reading train times

The table below shows live departures for Battle to Reading trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Southeastern5:43 Battle
2h43
8:26 Reading2 changes
Southeastern6:49 Battle
2h49
9:38 Reading2 changes
Southeastern7:23 Battle
2h47
10:10 Reading2 changes

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Compare prices and tickets Battle to Reading by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Battle to Reading

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Typically, there are 3 trains per day from Battle to Reading, including direct trains, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 17:39. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 2h 43m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
118 km
Average train duration
2h 25m
Lowest ticket price
£65
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
2h 43m
First train
4:32
Last train
17:39
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Southeastern from Battle to Reading trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Battle and Reading from £65. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Southeastern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area

FAQs: Battle to Reading train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Battle to Reading by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Battle to Reading is 118 km.
The first train from Battle to Reading leaves at 4:32.
The last train from Battle to Reading departs at 17:39.
Trains from Battle to Reading run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Battle to Reading.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Battle to Reading.
To travel from Battle to Reading, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Battle to Reading.
The train station in Battle that goes to Reading is Battle station (BAT), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
Booking trains from Battle to Reading in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Battle to Reading offers a mix of charming countryside views, including rolling hills and quaint villages, especially as you travel through the South East of England. However, it also includes urban and industrial areas, which might be less scenic.
To fully explore Reading's attractions, two to three days are ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Battle to Reading.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Battle and Reading

Most Battle to Reading trains use the Battle to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Battle and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Battle
Arrival train stations in Reading

Which Battle station do trains to Reading leave from?

Trains from Battle to Reading leave from Battle. The station is 1 km from Battle city centre at Battle station, Station Approach, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0DE.
BattleBattle station, Station Approach, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0DE+44 3303339232ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Battle from Battle city centre

Battle is 1 km from Battle city centre. Public transport options include:

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesBus stop outside the station entrance.

Battle train station facilities and services

Battle has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Battle.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Battle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Battle: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Battle: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Battle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 from main entrance for services to London. There is no step free access to Platform 2. Step only access via footbridge to platform 2 for services towards Hastings, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 19:00 Saturday 05:40 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:30, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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