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Compare train for Reading to Market Harborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Market Harborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £97.
Distance: 114 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Market Harborough
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Trains from Reading to Market Harborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £97 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:54, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 114 km distance in 2h 13m.
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 £18
Distance 114 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £97 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 03:54 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Reading to Market Harborough trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Reading and Market Harborough from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£44
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the 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
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Reading to Market Harborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Market Harborough 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 Market Harborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Reading to Market Harborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading to Market Harborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £97, while the average price tends to be around £97.
A day trip from Reading to Market Harborough is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 13m. However, there are 4 trains available per day for this route. The distance is 114 km.
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Market Harborough is by coach, costing approximately £18.
The train journey from Reading to Market Harborough offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. As the train departs Reading, you pass through suburban areas, but the landscape soon transforms into picturesque countryside with rolling hills and open fields, especially as you travel through the Midlands. While not the most renowned for scenic views, there are pleasant glimpses of the English countryside along the way.
The train station in Reading that goes to Market Harborough is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at Market Harborough station (MHR).
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Market Harborough.
To travel from Reading to Market Harborough, you can take a train.
For a fulfilling visit to Market Harborough, two to three days are ideal to explore its charming town centre, historical sites, and enjoy the local dining scene.
The train distance from Reading to Market Harborough is 114 km.
The train journey from Reading to Market Harborough covers a distance of 114 km and takes approximately 2h 13m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Reading to Market Harborough leaves at 3:54.
The last train from Reading to Market Harborough departs at 23:05.
Trains from Reading to Market Harborough run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Reading to Market Harborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Reading to Market Harborough.
There is no night train service from Reading to Market Harborough.
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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Market Harborough
Reading
Market Harborough
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 Market Harborough.
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 Market Harborough is Market Harborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Market Harborough for your journey to Market Harborough from Reading.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. Step free access is available to both platforms, via the ticket office for platform 1 or the new car park for platform 2. Please check which platform your train is due to depart from before arriving at the station. Services to the north, including Leicester, Nottingham, Sheffield and Derby normally depart from platform 1. Services to London and stations south of Market Harborough normally depart from platform 2. If you do need assistance to change platforms, we're happy to help. Please speak to a member of staff or use a Help Point in the station. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Ticket Office.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: rear of booking hall, and Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Market Harborough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses leave from the Bay adjacent to the station car park.
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