Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Chingford
Take a train from Reading to Chingford and enjoy the approximately 70 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:14.
Distance 70 km |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 23:14 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Chingford trainsElizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Chingford. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Elizabeth Line (TfL)
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Reading to Chingford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Chingford 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 Chingford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Chingford
Most Reading to Chingford trains use the Reading to Chingford station pair, with some services arriving at Highams Park. Use this guide to compare Reading and Chingford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Chingford leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: 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.
Which Chingford station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Chingford from Chingford city centre
Chingford train station facilities and services
Chingford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chingford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chingford. ATMs are available at Chingford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chingford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chingford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chingford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chingford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Highams Park from Chingford city centre
Highams Park is 2 km from Chingford city centre. Public transport options include:
Highams Park train station facilities and services
Highams Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Highams Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Highams Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Highams Park.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Highams Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Highams Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Highams Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Note: step free access to platform 2 is via the car park, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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