First train | 04:39 | |
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Last train | 23:20 | |
Departure station | Southwick | |
Arrival station | Reading | |
Journey time | From 2h 35m | |
Distance | 54 miles (87 km) | |
Frequency | 25 trains per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Train operators | Gatwick Express, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink |
Thinking about taking the train from Southwick to Reading? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 13 minutes to travel the 54 miles (87 km) from Southwick to Reading by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 35 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 25 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink to Reading. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Southwick to Reading 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 Reading by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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