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Trains from Swale (SWL) to Reading West

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18

train journeys
per day

75

miles (120 kms)

2hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

05:53 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Swale (SWL) to Reading West

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Swale and Reading West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swale to Reading West is approximately 75 miles (120 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 21 mins.

GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Swale and Reading West.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swale to Reading West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Swale to Reading West Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:53
    3 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    09:02
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:52
    2 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    09:36
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:56
    2 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    10:36
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:56
    2 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    11:35
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:57
    2 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    12:37
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:57
    2 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    13:35
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:57
    2 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    14:35
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:57
    2 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    15:35
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:57
    2 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    16:36
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:57
    2 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    17:41
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:57
    2 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    18:35
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:57
    2 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    19:44
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:57
    2 hrs 58 mins 4 changes
    20:55
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:05
    3 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    22:29
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:03
    2 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    22:55
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:57
    3 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    00:21
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    21:57
    7 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    05:19
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:57
    7 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    07:41
    Swale
    Reading West
    Swale to Reading West

About Swale Station

Station name Swale (SWL)
Address Swale station, Sheppey Way, near Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SS
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

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 Swale and Reading West

The travel time between Swale and Reading West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swale and Reading West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Swale 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 Swale & Reading West. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Swale and Reading West.

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