The average train between Reading and Grays takes 1h 30m and the fastest train takes 1h 18m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Reading to Grays. 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 every 20 minutes between Reading and Grays. The earliest departure is at 4:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Reading is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Grays at 5:42 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 1h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Want to know about travelling from Reading to Grays? 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 Grays. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Grays station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.
Reading to Grays train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.
Reading to Grays train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Grays station.
Book your Reading to Grays train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and c2c.
The distance between Reading and Grays is 89.8 km. The road distance is 97 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Grays via London Paddington, Liverpool Street Station, and London Fenchurch Street in around 1h 50m.
