The average train between Marlow and Reading takes 47 min and the fastest train takes 40 min. There is a train service every few hours from Marlow to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Marlow and Reading. The earliest departure is at 12:17 AM at night, and the last departure from Marlow is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Reading at 11:53 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 47 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Marlow to Reading. However, there are services departing from Marlow station and arriving at Reading station via Maidenhead. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.
Marlow to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Marlow station.
Marlow to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.
Book your Marlow to Reading train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Marlow and Reading is 18.5 km. The road distance is 30 km.
You can take a train from Marlow to Reading via Maidenhead in around 45 min.