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It takes an average of 2h 20m to travel from Reading to Bishops Stortford by train, over a distance of around 56 miles (91 km). There are normally 127 trains per day travelling from Reading to Bishops Stortford and tickets for this journey start from £23.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 02:24 | |
| Departure station | Reading | |
| Arrival station | Bishops Stortford | |
| Journey time | From 1h 41m | |
| Distance | 56 miles (91 km) | |
| Frequency | 127 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £23.80 | |
| Train operators | Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, c2c |
Taking the train from Reading to Bishops Stortford in 1 hour 41 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Reading to Bishops Stortford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 56 miles (91 km) from Reading to Bishops Stortford by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 41 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 127 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or South Western Railway to Bishops Stortford. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Reading to Bishops Stortford in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £23.80. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Bishops Stortford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Reading to Bishops Stortford?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.