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Compare coach and train for Reading to Hendon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Hendon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, and a coach costs an average of £37.
Distance: 54 km
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Reading to Hendon trains with Omio?
Tfl Rail as well as Great Western Rail offer trains services from Reading to Hendon.
Omio is the only official third party seller for Tfl Rail tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Tfl Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Tfl Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Rail to find the best option for your trip from Reading to Hendon.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Tfl Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Reading to Hendon.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Hendon
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Trains from Reading to Hendon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 30m.
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 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:05 |
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: Tfl Rail, Great Western Rail from Reading to Hendon trainsTfl Rail, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Reading and Hendon from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
£23
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Tfl Rail
About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 41m
Cheapest Price
£35
Tfl Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
FAQs: Reading to Hendon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Hendon 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 Hendon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading to Hendon can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £23.
The train journey from Reading to Hendon covers a distance of 54 km and takes approximately 1h 30m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Reading to Hendon is 54 km.
The first train from Reading to Hendon leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Reading to Hendon departs at 23:05.
Trains from Reading to Hendon run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading to Hendon.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Reading to Hendon.
To get from Reading to Hendon, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Reading to Hendon.
The train station in Reading that goes to Hendon is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at Hendon station (HEN).
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Hendon is by train, costing approximately £23.
Booking trains from Reading to Hendon 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 Hendon is not particularly known for its scenic views. It primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, with glimpses of the countryside mainly around the outskirts of Reading.
A day trip from Reading to Hendon is not feasible as the journey duration is 1h 30m. However, there are 5 trains per day covering a distance of 54 km.
Two to three days in Hendon is ideal to explore its main attractions, including the Royal Air Force Museum, local parks, and historic sites, while enjoying the area's dining and shopping options.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Hendon.
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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Hendon
Reading
Hendon
The major train station for departures in Reading is Reading. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading for your trip from Reading to Hendon.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike 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
The major train station for arrivals in Hendon is Hendon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hendon for your journey to Hendon from Reading.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:30 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
11 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step - free access from the car park to platform 1 (for trains towards London). There are steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the front of the station next to the bike rack. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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
- 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: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside Main Entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Hendon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The main road outside the station, bus stop on the railway bridge.
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