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Reading to Hinchley Wood by train

First train

03:32

Last train

21:34

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Hinchley Wood

Journey time

From 1h 28m

Distance

28 miles (45 km)

Frequency

49 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

Travelling from Reading to Hinchley Wood by train

Looking to travel from Reading to Hinchley Wood by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 1 hour 44 minutes to travel from Reading to Hinchley Wood by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 28 minutes though. You'll usually find 49 trains per day running along the 28 miles (45 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Hinchley Wood, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or CrossCountry to get to Hinchley Wood. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Reading to Hinchley Wood in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Reading to Hinchley Wood? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Reading to Hinchley Wood take?

The average journey time by train between Reading and Hinchley Wood is 1 hour and 44 minutes, with around 49 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Reading and Hinchley Wood by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Reading to Hinchley Wood is 1 hour and 28 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Reading to Hinchley Wood?

No, there are no direct train services from Reading to Hinchley Wood. Travelling from Reading to Hinchley Wood by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Reading to Hinchley Wood leave?

The first train from Reading to Hinchley Wood leaves at 03:32. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Reading to Hinchley Wood leave?

The last train from Reading to Hinchley Wood leaves at 21:34. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Reading and Hinchley Wood by train?

Trains travelling from Reading to Hinchley Wood cover a distance of around 28 miles (45 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Hinchley Wood to Reading.

Cheap train tickets from Reading to Hinchley Wood

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Consider a Season Ticket

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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