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Trains from Waltham Cross (WLC) to Reading West

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40

train journeys
per day

44

miles (71 kms)

1hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

05:47 / 23:28

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Waltham Cross (WLC) to Reading West

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Waltham Cross and Reading West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Waltham Cross to Reading West is approximately 44 miles (71 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 3 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Waltham Cross and Reading West.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Waltham Cross to Reading West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Waltham Cross to Reading West Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:47
    1 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    07:41
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:03
    2 hrs 3 changes
    08:03
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:33
    1 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    08:26
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:06
    1 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    09:02
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:18
    1 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:48
    1 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    09:36
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:18
    1 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    10:10
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:48
    1 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    10:36
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:17
    1 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    11:10
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:32
    2 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    11:35
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:19
    1 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    12:08
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:31
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:19
    1 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    13:11
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:31
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    13:35
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:19
    1 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    14:10
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:31
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    14:35
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:19
    1 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    15:08
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:31
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    15:35
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:19
    1 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    16:10
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:32
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Waltham Cross
    Reading West
    Waltham Cross to Reading West

About Waltham Cross Station

Station name Waltham Cross (WLC)
Address Waltham Cross station, Station Approach, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire, EN8 7LU
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 20:00
Saturday 07:45 - 14:40
Sunday 08:15 - 15:45
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 Available
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 Waltham Cross and Reading West

The travel time between Waltham Cross and Reading West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Waltham Cross and Reading West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:28.

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Amenities on trains between Waltham Cross 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 Waltham Cross & Reading West. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Waltham Cross and Reading West.

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