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The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to London
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Oct
Cheapest price on 04 Oct
£13
Average ticket price on 04 Oct
£30
Fastest journey on 04 Oct
23 m
Average journey duration on 04 Oct
24 m
Trains on 04 Oct
55
Distance
59 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to London will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Fast trains
On Sun 04 Oct, we found 55 trains from Reading to London, including 55 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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.
L806177:541h38Reading station (RDG)9:32London Waterloo (WAT)£131One-way0 changes- L8069912:241h38Reading station (RDG)14:02London Waterloo (WAT)£201One-way0 changes
- L806358:541h38Reading station (RDG)10:32London Waterloo (WAT)£201One-way0 changes
- L806459:241h41Reading station (RDG)11:05London Waterloo (WAT)£201One-way0 changes
- L806268:241h37Reading station (RDG)10:01London Waterloo (WAT)£201One-way0 changes
W3456110:360h23Reading station (RDG)10:59London Paddington (PAD)£331One-way0 changes- C0123612:030h24Reading station (RDG)12:27London Paddington (PAD)£331One-way0 changes
- C3296012:120h24Reading station (RDG)12:36London Paddington (PAD)£331One-way0 changes
- C3310912:470h24Reading station (RDG)13:11London Paddington (PAD)£331One-way0 changes
- C006719:260h24Reading station (RDG)9:50London Paddington (PAD)£331One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to London run on average 11 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 22m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Distance 59 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Live departures
Reading to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to London trains for today, Saturday 3 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C37584 | 11:59 Reading station (RDG) | 0h56 | 12:55 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35366 | 12:00 Reading station (RDG) | 0h23 | 12:23 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34563 | 12:05 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 12:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80698 | 12:09 Reading station (RDG) | 1h56 | 14:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80698 | 12:09 Reading station (RDG) | 1h59 | 14:08 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34484 | 12:12 Reading station (RDG) | 0h23 | 12:35 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C47875 | On time 12:13 Reading station (RDG) | 0h39 | 12:52 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34541 | On time 12:20 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 12:44 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37633 | 12:29 Reading station (RDG) | 0h56 | 13:25 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42242 | 12:29 Reading station (RDG) | 0h25 | 12:54 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35126 | 12:32 Reading station (RDG) | 0h25 | 12:57 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35228 | On time 12:35 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 12:59 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37680 | 12:59 Reading station (RDG) | 0h56 | 13:55 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35368 | 13:02 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 13:26 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34567 | 13:05 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 13:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80716 | 13:09 Reading station (RDG) | 1h53 | 15:02 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42150 | 13:12 Reading station (RDG) | 0h23 | 13:35 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42661 | 13:13 Reading station (RDG) | 0h41 | 13:54 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34543 | On time 13:21 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 13:45 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37723 | 13:29 Reading station (RDG) | 0h56 | 14:25 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42243 | 13:29 Reading station (RDG) | 0h25 | 13:54 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35130 | 13:32 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 13:56 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35230 | On time 13:35 Reading station (RDG) | 0h26 | 14:01 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80725 | 13:39 Reading station (RDG) | 1h55 | 15:34 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34491 | On time 13:42 Reading station (RDG) | 0h25 | 14:07 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C47881 | On time 13:43 Reading station (RDG) | 0h42 | 14:25 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42161 | On time 13:46 Reading station (RDG) | 0h23 | 14:09 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35184 | On time 13:49 Reading station (RDG) | 0h23 | 14:12 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37765 | 13:59 Reading station (RDG) | 0h56 | 14:55 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35370 | 14:00 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 14:24 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34573 | 14:05 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 14:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80734 | 14:09 Reading station (RDG) | 1h55 | 16:04 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34494 | On time 14:12 Reading station (RDG) | 0h23 | 14:35 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C47884 | On time 14:13 Reading station (RDG) | 0h38 | 14:51 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34888 | On time 14:28 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 14:52 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37807 | 14:29 Reading station (RDG) | 0h56 | 15:25 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35134 | 14:31 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 14:55 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35232 | On time 14:35 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 14:59 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80743 | 14:39 Reading station (RDG) | 1h55 | 16:34 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35372 | 14:59 Reading station (RDG) | 0h23 | 15:22 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37408 | 14:59 Reading station (RDG) | 0h56 | 15:55 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34575 | 15:05 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 15:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80752 | 15:09 Reading station (RDG) | 1h56 | 17:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34499 | On time 15:12 Reading station (RDG) | 0h23 | 15:35 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C47888 | On time 15:13 Reading station (RDG) | 0h38 | 15:51 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37502 | 15:59 Reading station (RDG) | 0h56 | 16:55 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35375 | 15:59 Reading station (RDG) | 0h23 | 16:22 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42166 | On time 16:05 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 16:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80770 | 16:09 Reading station (RDG) | 1h55 | 18:04 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42151 | 16:12 Reading station (RDG) | 0h25 | 16:37 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C47893 | 16:13 Reading station (RDG) | 0h38 | 16:51 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35191 | On time 16:20 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 16:44 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35142 | 16:28 Reading station (RDG) | 0h26 | 16:54 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37547 | 16:29 Reading station (RDG) | 0h56 | 17:25 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34898 | On time 16:31 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 16:55 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80779 | 16:39 Reading station (RDG) | 1h55 | 18:34 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37690 | 17:59 Reading station (RDG) | 0h56 | 18:55 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35380 | 18:00 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 18:24 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42168 | On time 18:02 Reading station (RDG) | 0h23 | 18:25 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80806 | 18:09 Reading station (RDG) | 1h55 | 20:04 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34514 | 18:12 Reading station (RDG) | 0h23 | 18:35 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C42663 | 18:13 Reading station (RDG) | 0h39 | 18:52 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35199 | On time 18:49 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 19:13 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37776 | 18:59 Reading station (RDG) | 0h56 | 19:55 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35382 | 19:00 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 19:24 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34594 | On time 19:05 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 19:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80825 | 19:09 Reading station (RDG) | 1h55 | 21:04 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34518 | 19:12 Reading station (RDG) | 0h23 | 19:35 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 4 October | |||||
| C48612 | 7:42 Reading station (RDG) | 0h46 | 8:28 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37506 | 7:53 Reading station (RDG) | 0h51 | 8:44 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80617 | 7:54 Reading station (RDG) | 1h38 | 9:32 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C00664 | 8:20 Reading station (RDG) | 0h32 | 8:52 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37535 | 8:23 Reading station (RDG) | 0h52 | 9:15 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80626 | 8:24 Reading station (RDG) | 1h37 | 10:01 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C47869 | 8:41 Reading station (RDG) | 0h39 | 9:20 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37582 | 8:53 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 9:47 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80635 | 8:54 Reading station (RDG) | 1h38 | 10:32 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C00669 | 8:56 Reading station (RDG) | 0h28 | 9:24 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C06050 | 9:09 Reading station (RDG) | 0h28 | 9:37 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37620 | 9:24 Reading station (RDG) | 0h53 | 10:17 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80645 | 9:24 Reading station (RDG) | 1h41 | 11:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C00671 | 9:26 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 9:50 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35373 | 9:29 Reading station (RDG) | 0h28 | 9:57 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C47874 | 9:41 Reading station (RDG) | 0h39 | 10:20 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C06051 | 9:46 Reading station (RDG) | 0h28 | 10:14 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80654 | 9:54 Reading station (RDG) | 1h39 | 11:33 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37678 | 9:59 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 10:53 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C33148 | 10:01 Reading station (RDG) | 0h28 | 10:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01231 | 10:11 Reading station (RDG) | 0h25 | 10:36 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C00674 | 10:21 Reading station (RDG) | 0h27 | 10:48 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80663 | 10:24 Reading station (RDG) | 1h42 | 12:06 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C50038 | 10:28 Reading station (RDG) | 0h25 | 10:53 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37721 | 10:29 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 11:23 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34561 | 10:36 Reading station (RDG) | 0h23 | 10:59 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C47878 | 10:39 Reading station (RDG) | 0h42 | 11:21 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35211 | 10:46 Reading station (RDG) | 0h25 | 11:11 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80672 | 10:54 Reading station (RDG) | 1h40 | 12:34 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35384 | 10:59 Reading station (RDG) | 0h25 | 11:24 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C37763 | 10:59 Reading station (RDG) | 0h54 | 11:53 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C00165 | 11:05 Reading station (RDG) | 0h24 | 11:29 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01232 | 11:12 Reading station (RDG) | 0h25 | 11:37 London Paddington (PAD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Great Western Railway
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 Great Western Railway Duration
22m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£26
Great Western Railway frequency
4 a day
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
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£19
South Western Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Elizabeth line
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 Elizabeth line Duration
49m
Cheapest Elizabeth line Price
£25
Elizabeth line frequency
1 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
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- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
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Quick Guide: Trains from Reading to London
Average Price:
£16
Trains per day:
~ 300
Changes:
Direct
Average Time:
0h32
Fastest Route:
0h32
Slowest Route:
1h00
Trains from Reading to London
There are over 300 daily trains from Reading to London Paddington. The service operates 24-hours a day and is provided by Great Western Railway. The direct journey takes approximately 40 minutes although this can be longer on overnight or Sunday services. Great Western Railway also operates a direct service from Reading to London Waterloo with two to three departures an hour from around 5:30 a.m. until just after midnight.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Reading to London?
Departure Station:Reading station is one of the UK's busiest interchanges and is located within an easy walk of the town centre. It's served by local buses and has taxi ranks, car parking and bicycle storage facilities.
Arrival Station:Both London Paddington and London Waterloo Stations are well-connected to the city's transport systems by local buses and underground trains. Waterloo is served by the Jubilee, Bakerloo, Northern and Waterloo & City lines while Paddington is on the Circle, Bakerloo, District and Hammersmith & City lines. Both stations have taxi ranks, car parking and bicycle storage facilities.
FAQs: Reading to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £31.
The train journey from Reading to London covers a distance of 59 km and takes approximately 22m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Reading to London is 59 km.
The first train from Reading to London leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Reading to London departs at 23:58.
Trains from Reading to London run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Reading to London.
Yes, there is a direct train between Reading and London. The service operates 10 times per day, provided by South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway.
There is no night train service from Reading to London.
The train station in Reading that goes to London is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at London Paddington (PAD).
Booking trains from Reading to London 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 London is not typically considered scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and suburban areas with views of towns and residential landscapes rather than notable natural scenery.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to London.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and London
Most Reading to London trains use the Reading to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Reading and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Reading
Arrival train stations in London
Which Reading station do trains to London leave from?
Trains from Reading to London leave from Reading. The station is from Reading city centre at Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ.
ReadingReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Bus26, 90, 87 · 2m · £2 · every ~15 min
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.
Reading WestReading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
City-centre transport
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainReading - Basingstoke, Reading - Newbury, Reading - Bedwyn, London Paddington - Bedwyn · 2m · £0.89 · every ~6 min
Bus15, 15a, 16, 17, 91, 85, 88, 93, 43 · 4m · £2 · every ~49 min
Reading West train station facilities and services
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: 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.
Reading Green ParkReading RG2 6AU, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Reading Green Park from Reading city centre
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainReading - Basingstoke · 6m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus9 · 39m · £2 · every ~3 min
Reading Green Park train station facilities and services
Reading Green Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading Green Park.
London PaddingtonPraed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to London Paddington from London city centre
TrainElizabeth · 7m · £2 · every ~21 min
BusN118, N18 · 21m · £4 · every ~6 min
36 · 31m · £21 · every ~29 min
N205 · 32m · £4 · every ~2 min
46 · 1h 22m · £2 · every ~19 min
SubwayBakerloo · 12m · £4 · every ~65 min
London Paddington train station facilities and services
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus139 · 10m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · £0.89 · every ~86 min
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WD
City-centre transport
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainElizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 4, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 21m · £31 · every ~3 min
Elizabeth · 41m · £15 · every ~8 min
BusUkn14, Ukn02, Uk043, Uk042, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn49 · 50m · £2 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · £3 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · £3 · every ~1 min
N9 · 1h 11m · £2 · every ~4 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 47m · £19 · every ~27 min
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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