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Trains from Reading West to Bishops Stortford (BIS)

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46

train journeys
per day

57

miles (91 kms)

2hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

06:08 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Reading West to Bishops Stortford (BIS)

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On a typical weekday there are 46 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Bishops Stortford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 46 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Bishops Stortford is approximately 57 miles (91 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 9 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Bishops Stortford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Bishops Stortford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Bishops Stortford Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:08
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    08:13
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:38
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    08:46
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:48
    2 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    08:50
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:56
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    09:16
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:17
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    09:20
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:29
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:43
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:02
    2 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    10:13
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:19
    1 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    10:17
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:38
    2 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    10:45
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:59
    2 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    11:13
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:51
    1 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    11:45
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:15
    2 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    12:17
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:35
    2 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:53
    1 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    12:45
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:15
    2 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    13:17
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:32
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    13:38
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:46
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    13:45
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:14
    2 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:39
    2 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Reading West
    Bishops Stortford
    Reading West to Bishops Stortford

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Bishops Stortford Station

Station name Bishops Stortford (BIS)
Address Bishops Stortford station, Station Road, Bishops Stortford, Essex, CM23 3BL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 07:00 - 21:00
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 West and Bishops Stortford

The travel time between Reading West and Bishops Stortford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Bishops Stortford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 46 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West and Bishops Stortford 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 West & Bishops Stortford. owever, there are 46 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Bishops Stortford.

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