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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Handforth
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Handforth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Handforth will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Of the 3 trains that leave Reading for Handforth every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 227 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Live departures
Reading to Handforth train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Handforth trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:13 Reading | 4h25 | 07:38 Handforth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03:55 Reading | 4h21 | 08:16 Handforth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:43 Reading | 3h56 | 08:39 Handforth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Handforth
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Trains from Reading to Handforth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 20:16. The fastest train covers the 227 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 227 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 20:16 |
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FAQs: Reading to Handforth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Handforth 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 Handforth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Handforth
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- 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
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 07:30 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Access to both platforms via separate flight of stairs from forecourt on road overbridge
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement tranport towards Alderley Edge/Crewe will call at the stop on Wilslow Road outside the Health Centre. Replacement transport for Stockport will call at the stop on Wilmslow Road outside the library.
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