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Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Reading Stations

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33

train journeys
per day

60

miles (97 kms)

1hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

04:19 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Christchurch and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Christchurch to Reading Stations is approximately 60 miles (97 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 4 mins.

South Western Railway, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Reading Stations.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Christchurch to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 36 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Christchurch to Reading Stations

Journeys from Christchurch to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    04:19
    1 hrs 47 mins1 change
    06:06
    Christchurch
    Reading
    Christchurch to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:26
    1 hrs 42 mins1 change
    07:08
    Christchurch
    Reading
    Christchurch to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:25
    1 hrs 44 mins1 change
    08:09
    Christchurch
    Reading
    Christchurch to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:49
    1 hrs 48 mins1 change
    08:37
    Christchurch
    Reading West
    Christchurch to Reading West
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:25
    1 hrs 46 mins1 change
    09:11
    Christchurch
    Reading
    Christchurch to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:40
    2 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    09:43
    Christchurch
    Reading West
    Christchurch to Reading West
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:30
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    10:10
    Christchurch
    Reading
    Christchurch to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:35
    2 hrs 17 mins2 changes
    10:52
    Christchurch
    Reading West
    Christchurch to Reading West
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:30
    1 hrs 37 mins1 change
    11:07
    Christchurch
    Reading
    Christchurch to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:40
    2 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    11:45
    Christchurch
    Reading West
    Christchurch to Reading West
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:30
    1 hrs 36 mins1 change
    12:06
    Christchurch
    Reading
    Christchurch to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:36
    2 hrs 22 mins2 changes
    12:58
    Christchurch
    Reading West
    Christchurch to Reading West
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:30
    1 hrs 36 mins1 change
    13:06
    Christchurch
    Reading
    Christchurch to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:36
    2 hrs 15 mins2 changes
    13:51
    Christchurch
    Reading West
    Christchurch to Reading West
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:30
    1 hrs 37 mins1 change
    14:07
    Christchurch
    Reading
    Christchurch to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:36
    2 hrs 19 mins2 changes
    14:55
    Christchurch
    Reading West
    Christchurch to Reading West
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:30
    1 hrs 36 mins1 change
    15:06
    Christchurch
    Reading
    Christchurch to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:36
    2 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    15:49
    Christchurch
    Reading West
    Christchurch to Reading West
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:30
    1 hrs 39 mins1 change
    16:09
    Christchurch
    Reading
    Christchurch to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:36
    2 hrs 14 mins2 changes
    16:50
    Christchurch
    Reading West
    Christchurch to Reading West

About Christchurch Station

Station name Christchurch (CHR)
AddressChristchurch station, Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL
Managed bySW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 12:55
Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Christchurch and Reading Stations

The travel time between Christchurch and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Christchurch and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Christchurch & Reading Stations. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, GWR, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Reading Stations.

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