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Trains from Reading Stations to London Waterloo

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200

train journeys
per day

37

miles (60 kms)

58 mins

fastest journey

00:24 / 00:30

first / last train

38

direct trains

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading Stations to London Waterloo

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On a typical weekday there are 200 scheduled rail journeys between Reading Stations and London Waterloo , with 38 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 162 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading Stations to London Waterloo is approximately 37 miles (60 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 14 mins.

South Western Railway, GWR, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and London Waterloo.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to London Waterloo. The fastest journey time on this route takes 58 mins.

Journeys from Reading Stations to London Waterloo Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:24
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    02:01
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:53
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    02:29
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:24
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    03:57
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    03:54
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    05:33
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:35
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    06:17
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:39
    1 hrs 49 mins Direct
    06:28
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:09
    1 hrs 54 mins Direct
    07:03
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:10
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    06:38
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:22
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    06:51
    Reading West
    London Waterloo
    Reading West to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:39
    1 hrs 52 mins Direct
    07:31
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    1 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    06:53
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:00
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    07:10
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:09
    1 hrs 52 mins Direct
    08:01
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:19
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    07:33
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:34
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    07:38
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:36
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    07:48
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:39
    1 hrs 55 mins Direct
    08:34
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:42
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    07:50
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:48
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:56
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    08:05
    Reading
    London Waterloo
    Reading to London Waterloo

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address London Paddington station, Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 22:15
Tuesday 06:10 - 22:15
Wednesday 06:10 - 22:15
Thursday 06:10 - 22:15
Friday 06:10 - 22:15
Saturday 06:10 - 22:15
Sunday 07:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading Stations and London Waterloo

The travel time between Reading Stations and London Waterloo by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading Stations and London Waterloo vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 200 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 38 direct services per day from Reading Stations to London Waterloo

South Western Railway, GWR, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and London Waterloo.

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