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Journey information
Overview: Train from Littlehampton to Reading
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Trains from Littlehampton to Reading run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 3h 32m.
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 78 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 01:15 |
Last train 21:31 |
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: Southern from Littlehampton to Reading trainsSouthern trains will get you between Littlehampton and Reading from £54. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
£64
Southern frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Littlehampton to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Littlehampton 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 cost of a train ticket from Littlehampton to Reading can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £54, while the average price tends to be around £54.
A day trip from Littlehampton to Reading is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 32m. Trains run 4 times per day over a distance of 78 km.
The train journey from Littlehampton to Reading offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Passengers can enjoy views of the English countryside, including fields and small towns, particularly as the train travels through areas such as Arundel and the South Downs National Park.
To travel from Littlehampton to Reading, you can take a train.
Booking trains from Littlehampton to Reading in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cheapest way to get from Littlehampton to Reading is by train, costing approximately £54.
The train journey from Littlehampton to Reading covers a distance of 78 km and takes approximately 3h 32m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Littlehampton to Reading is 78 km.
The train station in Littlehampton that goes to Reading is Littlehampton station (LIT), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
The last train from Littlehampton to Reading departs at 21:31.
The first train from Littlehampton to Reading leaves at 1:15.
There is no night train service from Littlehampton to Reading.
Trains from Littlehampton to Reading run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Littlehampton to Reading.
Yes, you can take the train from Littlehampton to Reading.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Littlehampton to Reading.
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Important Stations and Airports in Littlehampton and Reading
Littlehampton
Reading
The major train station for departures in Littlehampton is Littlehampton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Littlehampton for your trip from Littlehampton to Reading.
Amenities at train station
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Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:15 Saturday 06:30 - 19:55 Sunday 08:10 - 19:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on station concourse opposite the ticket office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 3 and waiting areas on the covered concourse and platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: In Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Littlehampton.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
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