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Trains from Bedford Stations to Reading West

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48

train journeys
per day

52

miles (83 kms)

2hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

01:18 / 00:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Bedford Stations to Reading West

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between Bedford Stations and Reading West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 48 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bedford Stations to Reading West is approximately 52 miles (83 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 27 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford Stations and Reading West.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bedford to Reading West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Bedford Stations to Reading West Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    01:18
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    05:19
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    02:15
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    06:16
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    03:15
    3 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    06:23
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    03:43
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    06:39
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    04:43
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    07:12
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:15
    2 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    07:41
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:46
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    08:03
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:16
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    08:26
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:48
    2 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    09:02
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:03
    2 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:33
    2 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    09:36
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:48
    2 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    10:10
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:10
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    10:14
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:18
    2 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    10:36
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:48
    2 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    11:10
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:18
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    11:35
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:48
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    12:08
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:18
    2 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:48
    2 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    13:11
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:18
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    13:35
    Bedford
    Reading West
    Bedford to Reading West

About Bedford Stations Station

Station name Bedford Stations (10)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bedford Stations and Reading West

The travel time between Bedford Stations and Reading West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bedford Stations and Reading West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:53.

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Amenities on trains between Bedford Stations and Reading West can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bedford Stations & Reading West. owever, there are 48 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford Stations and Reading West.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bedford Stations and Reading West, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.