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Trains from Reading Stations to Elephant & Castle (EPH)

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139

train journeys
per day

37

miles (61 kms)

0hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

00:24 / 00:31

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading Stations to Elephant & Castle (EPH)

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On a typical weekday there are 139 scheduled rail journeys between Reading Stations and Elephant & Castle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 139 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading Stations to Elephant & Castle is approximately 37 miles (61 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 9 mins.

Elizabeth Line, GWR, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Elephant & Castle.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Elephant & Castle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 0hrs 58 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Reading Stations to Elephant & Castle

Journeys from Reading Stations to Elephant & Castle Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:24
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    02:09
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:53
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    02:37
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    02:24
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    04:10
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    03:54
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    05:40
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    04:35
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    06:10
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:10
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    06:30
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:48
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    06:55
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:00
    1 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    07:10
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:14
    1 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    07:20
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:14
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    07:30
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:19
    1 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    07:30
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:24
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    07:40
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:34
    1 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    07:40
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:42
    1 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    07:50
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:50
    1 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    07:55
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:02
    58 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:14
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:31
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:20
    1 hrs 2 changes
    08:20
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:24
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    08:31
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:24
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:40
    Reading
    Elephant & Castle
    Reading to Elephant & Castle

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address London Paddington station, Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 22:15
Tuesday 06:10 - 22:15
Wednesday 06:10 - 22:15
Thursday 06:10 - 22:15
Friday 06:10 - 22:15
Saturday 06:10 - 22:15
Sunday 07:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Elephant & Castle Station

Station name Elephant & Castle (EPH)
Address Elephant & Castle station, Elephant Road, Camberwell, London, SE17 1LB
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 20:10
Saturday 06:40 - 20:10
Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading Stations and Elephant & Castle

The travel time between Reading Stations and Elephant & Castle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 0hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading Stations and Elephant & Castle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 139 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:31.

First class tickets on trains between Reading Stations and Elephant & Castle typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading Stations & Elephant & Castle. owever, there are 139 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, GWR, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Elephant & Castle.

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