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Compare train for Reading to Chingford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Chingford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £44, while a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 70 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£44 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (1h 5m by train vs 1h 23m by car). Tickets start at around £44 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Reading to Chingford by train
Compare train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Reading to Chingford trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of London Overground, Elizabeth Line (TfL) or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Reading to Chingford.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London Overground, Elizabeth Line (TfL) or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Reading to Chingford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Chingford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Chingford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 23:14 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, London Overground, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Chingford trainsGreat Western Railway, London Overground, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Chingford from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Chingford
Most Reading to Chingford trains use the Reading to Highams Park station pair, with some services arriving at Chingford. 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 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.
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.
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