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Overview: Train from Reading to Hayling Island
Take a train from Reading to Hayling Island and enjoy the approximately 75 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 08:04, the last at 17:03.
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 75 km |
Trains per day 11 |
First train 08:04 |
Last train 17:03 |
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
FAQs: Reading to Hayling Island train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Hayling Island 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 Hayling Island, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The train distance from Reading to Hayling Island is 75 km.
The first train from Reading to Hayling Island leaves at 8:04.
The last train from Reading to Hayling Island departs at 17:03.
Trains from Reading to Hayling Island run approximately 11 times per day.
To travel from Reading to Hayling Island, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Reading to Hayling Island.
The train station in Reading that goes to Hayling Island is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at Brading station (BDN).
Booking trains from Reading to Hayling Island in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Reading to Hayling Island offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, including views of the Berkshire countryside and glimpses of the South Downs National Park, providing a moderately scenic experience.
A visit of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient to explore Hayling Island, allowing time to enjoy its beaches, local attractions, and outdoor activities.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Reading to Hayling Island.
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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Hayling Island
Reading
Hayling Island
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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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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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