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Reading to Rowlands Castle by train

First train

03:32

Last train

22:35

Departure station

Reading

Arrival station

Rowlands Castle

Journey time

From 1h 27m

Distance

39 miles (63 km)

Frequency

34 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

Taking the train from Reading to Rowlands Castle in 1 hour 27 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Reading to Rowlands Castle? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours 12 minutes to travel the 39 miles (63 km) from Reading to Rowlands Castle by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 27 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 34 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. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or South Western Railway, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Reading to Rowlands Castle in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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 Rowlands Castle by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Reading to Rowlands Castle

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

How do you get to Rowlands Castle from Reading?

To travel to Rowlands Castle from Reading, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 2 hours and 12 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 27 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Reading to Rowlands Castle?

Trains from Reading to Rowlands Castle take an average of 2 hours and 12 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 27 minutes. You'll usually find 34 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Reading and Rowlands Castle by train?

The quickest journey time between Reading and Rowlands Castle by train is 1 hour and 27 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Reading to Rowlands Castle?

No, there are no direct trains running from Reading to Rowlands Castle, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Reading to Rowlands Castle

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Reading to Rowlands Castle is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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