The average train between Reading and France takes 3h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Reading to France. 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 Reading and France. The earliest departure is at 4:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Reading is at 7:46 PM which arrives into France at 12:06 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Reading to France? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Reading to France. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at France station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.
Reading to France train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.
Reading to France train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Reading and France is 578.4 km. The road distance is 516 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Cité via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 4h 17m.