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Trains from Reading to London Liverpool Street

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206

train journeys
per day

38

miles (62 kms)

48 mins

fastest journey

00:24 / 00:30

first / last train

48

direct trains

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Reading to London Liverpool Street

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On a typical weekday there are 206 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and London Liverpool Street , with 48 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 158 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to London Liverpool Street is approximately 38 miles (62 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 57 mins.

Elizabeth Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and London Liverpool Street.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to London Liverpool Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 48 mins.

Journeys from Reading to London Liverpool Street Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:24
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    02:05
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:53
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    02:33
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    02:24
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    04:01
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:54
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    05:36
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:35
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    05:59
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:10
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    06:17
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:35
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    06:36
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:45
    1 hrs 4 mins Direct
    06:49
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    52 mins 1 change
    06:40
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:00
    55 mins 1 change
    06:55
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:14
    50 mins 1 change
    07:04
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:14
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    07:19
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:19
    1 hrs 1 change
    07:19
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:24
    1 hrs 1 min Direct
    07:25
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:34
    48 mins 1 change
    07:22
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:43
    51 mins 1 change
    07:34
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:44
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    07:49
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:50
    53 mins 1 change
    07:43
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    1 hrs Direct
    07:54
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:02
    49 mins 1 change
    07:51
    Reading
    London Liverpool Street
    Reading to London Liverpool Street

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

About London Liverpool Street Station

Station name London Liverpool Street (LST)
Address London Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 03:10 - 01:00
Tuesday 04:00 - 01:00
Wednesday 04:00 - 01:00
Thursday 04:00 - 01:00
Friday 03:40 - 01:00
Saturday 03:40 - 01:00
Sunday 03:40 - 01:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and London Liverpool Street

The travel time between Reading and London Liverpool Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and London Liverpool Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 206 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 and London Liverpool Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 48 direct services per day from Reading to London Liverpool Street

Elizabeth Line, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and London Liverpool Street.

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