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14:002h11Watford Junction (WFJ)16:11Reading station (RDG)£291One-way0 changes- 15:302h12Watford Junction (WFJ)17:42Reading station (RDG)£291One-way0 changes
- 5:452h26Watford Junction (WFJ)8:11Reading station (RDG)£371One-way0 changes
- 8:152h28Watford Junction (WFJ)10:43Reading station (RDG)£371One-way0 changes
- 14:002h11Watford Junction (WFJ)16:11Reading station (RDG)£291One-way0 changes
- 15:302h12Watford Junction (WFJ)17:42Reading station (RDG)£291One-way0 changes
- 5:452h26Watford Junction (WFJ)8:11Reading station (RDG)£371One-way0 changes
- 8:152h28Watford Junction (WFJ)10:43Reading station (RDG)£371One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Watford Junction (WFJ) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 46 km
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Watford Junction (WFJ) to Reading station (RDG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Watford Junction (WFJ) to Reading station (RDG) trains for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 L22435 · G61654+L80754 | On time 15:15 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h27 | 17:42 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
 W70347+L22435 · G61654+L80754 | On time 15:16 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h26 | 17:42 Reading station (RDG) | 3 changes | |
W70347+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ W34903 | On time 15:16 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h30 | 16:46 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| Y80883+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+W34827 | On time 15:33 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h26 | 16:59 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| W70354+W34719+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington | On time 15:46 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h37 | 17:23 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
L22441+Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+W34719+ G27793 | Delayed 15:11 15:52Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h31 | 17:23 Reading station (RDG) | 3 changes | |
| W70389+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+W34913 | On time 18:12 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h36 | 19:48 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| P02447 · G58797+L80808 | On time 18:18 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h24 | 20:42 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| C17796+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+W34648 | On time 18:36 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h35 | 20:11 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| W70396+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+G15157 | On time 18:42 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h34 | 20:16 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| L22477+Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+G15437 | On time 18:48 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h57 | 20:45 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| L22477+Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+G15437+G27799 | Delayed 18:13 18:52Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h53 | 20:45 Reading station (RDG) | 3 changes | |
| L22507 · G58865+L80864 | 21:15 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h26 | 23:41 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| W70423+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+G14974 | On time 21:15 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h38 | 22:53 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| Y80927+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+G14947 | On time 21:33 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h52 | 23:25 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| L80874+G15154+G27805 | Delayed 21:58 21:51Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h24 | 0:15 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| W70432+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+W34752 | On time 22:11 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 1h51 | 0:02 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| P02459+Tube from Queens Park (London) to London Paddington+W34955 | 22:15 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h07 | 0:22 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 6 August | |||||
| 5:45 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h26 | 8:11 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:15 Watford Junction (WFJ) | 2h28 | 10:43 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Reading station (RDG)
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Trains from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 22:42 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, Elizabeth line from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Reading station (RDG) trainsGreat Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, Elizabeth line trains will get you between Watford Junction (WFJ) and Reading station (RDG) from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Watford Junction (WFJ) to Reading station (RDG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford Junction (WFJ) to Reading station (RDG) 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 Reading station (RDG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Watford Junction (WFJ) and Reading station (RDG)
Most Watford Junction (WFJ) to Reading station (RDG) trains use the Watford Junction to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Watford Junction (WFJ) and Reading station (RDG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Watford Junction from Watford city centre
Watford Junction train station facilities and services
Watford Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Watford Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Watford Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Watford Junction. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Watford Junction: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Watford Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Watford Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
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.
Most popular train connections from Watford Junction (WFJ)
Most popular trains to and from Reading station (RDG) and Watford Junction (WFJ)
Most popular train connections to Reading station (RDG)
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