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Trains from Reading to Watford Junction

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85

train journeys
per day

28

miles (45 kms)

1hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

02:24 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Reading to Watford Junction

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On a typical weekday there are 85 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Watford Junction , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 85 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Watford Junction is approximately 28 miles (45 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 35 mins.

London Overground, Southern, GWR, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Watford Junction.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Watford Junction. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Watford Junction Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    02:24
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    05:43
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    03:54
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    06:26
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:35
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    06:39
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:10
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    07:12
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:48
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:00
    1 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    07:37
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:14
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    07:52
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:34
    1 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    08:10
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:42
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    08:20
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:50
    1 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    08:24
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:02
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    08:29
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:12
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    08:37
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:20
    1 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    08:53
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:24
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    08:59
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:41
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:12
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:56
    1 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    09:29
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:13
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    09:37
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:20
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:59
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:41
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:12
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:57
    1 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Reading
    Watford Junction
    Reading to Watford Junction

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 Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
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 Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Watford Junction

The travel time between Reading and Watford Junction by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Watford Junction vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 85 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading & Watford Junction. owever, there are 85 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Southern, GWR, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Watford Junction.

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