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Journey information
Overview: Train from Erith to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Erith to Reading run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 20:47. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 30m.
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 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 01:15 |
Last train 20:47 |
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: Tfl Rail, Southeastern from Erith to Reading trainsTfl Rail, Southeastern trains will get you between Erith and Reading from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Tfl Rail
About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest Price
£43
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Family area
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
£31
Southeastern frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Erith to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erith 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.
To fully explore Reading's attractions, two to three days are ideal.
The train journey from Erith to Reading is predominantly urban, passing through Greater London and suburban areas, with limited scenic views.
The cheapest way to get from Erith to Reading is by train, costing approximately £31.
The train distance from Erith to Reading is 79 km.
Yes, a day trip from Erith to Reading is feasible as the journey takes 1h 30m and covers a distance of 79 km. Trains run 5 times per day.
The last train from Erith to Reading departs at 20:47.
The cost of a train ticket from Erith to Reading can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £31.
There is no night train service from Erith to Reading.
To travel from Erith to Reading, you can take a train.
Booking trains from Erith 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 Erith to Reading covers a distance of 79 km and takes approximately 1h 30m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Erith that goes to Reading is Erith station (ERH), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
The first train from Erith to Reading leaves at 1:15.
Trains from Erith to Reading run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Erith to Reading.
Yes, you can take the train from Erith to Reading.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Erith to Reading.
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Important Stations and Airports in Erith and Reading
Erith
Reading
The major train station for departures in Erith is Erith. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Erith for your trip from Erith to Reading.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:25 Saturday 06:10 - 19:25 Sunday Closed Ticket office managed by Southeastern
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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 2 for services away from London. There is no step free access to Platform 1.Step access only to platform 1 for services to London via footbridge. No step free interchange between platforms. However 'circular' services do run from London Cannon Street , then back to London Cannon Street , from Platform 2 via Barnehurst, please check National Rail Enquiries for this journey availability and times.
- 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: station forecourt
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Erith
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Dartford - Bus stop L at West Street and Erith High Street. Towards Plumstead - Bus stop E is Opposite the old library on Walnut Tree Road.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingAccessibility
WCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 09:50 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: If travelling towards London, please use the level crossing. You will need to show a valid ticket for travel, in order for the gate to be opened onto the platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilet is located on Platform 2 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 . This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: By station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Rainham (Essex)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At Bus Stop N at the front of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Reading is Reading. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading for your journey to Reading from Erith.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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