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Trains from Margate (MAR) to Reading

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53

train journeys
per day

101

miles (162 kms)

2hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

00:26 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 53 scheduled rail journeys between Margate and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 53 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Margate to Reading is approximately 101 miles (162 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 12 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Reading.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Margate to Reading Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:26
    7 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    07:44
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    04:53
    2 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    07:51
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    05:50
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    06:04
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    06:30
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    06:50
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    07:04
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    07:30
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    08:04
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    08:50
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:26
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    09:04
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    09:30
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    12:23
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    10:04
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    10:30
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:24
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    10:50
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    13:26
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    11:04
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:11
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading
  • Mon 6th May
    11:30
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    14:23
    Margate
    Reading
    Margate to Reading

About Margate Station

Station name Margate (MAR)
Address Margate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Margate and Reading

The travel time between Margate and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 53 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Margate & Reading. owever, there are 53 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Reading.

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