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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Reading

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113

train journeys
per day

40

miles (65 kms)

1hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

01:46 / 00:43

first / last train

31

direct trains

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 113 scheduled rail journeys between Gatwick Airport and Reading , with 31 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 82 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gatwick Airport to Reading is approximately 40 miles (65 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 43 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, GWR, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Reading.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gatwick Airport to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Gatwick Airport to Reading Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    01:46
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    04:23
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:46
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    05:35
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:46
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    06:16
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:11
    1 hrs 40 mins Direct
    06:51
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:19
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    07:23
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    07:33
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:59
    1 hrs 35 mins Direct
    07:34
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:06
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    07:51
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:16
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:19
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    08:14
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:27
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:16
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:00
    1 hrs 32 mins Direct
    08:32
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:10
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    08:53
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:13
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    08:55
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:19
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    08:57
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:26
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:40
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:59
    1 hrs 31 mins Direct
    09:30
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:06
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:10
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Gatwick Airport
    Reading
    Gatwick Airport to Reading

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Gatwick Airport and Reading

The travel time between Gatwick Airport and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gatwick Airport and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 113 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 31 direct services per day from Gatwick Airport to Reading

Southern, Thameslink, GWR, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Reading.

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