The average train between Reading and Hackney takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Reading to Hackney. 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 30 minutes between Reading and Hackney. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 11:09 PM which arrives into Hackney at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 4m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Reading to Hackney? 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 Hackney. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Hackney Central station via Richmond (London) station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.
Reading to Hackney train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Hackney train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Hackney Central station.
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The distance between Reading and Hackney is 64.6 km. The road distance is 74 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Hackney Central via Richmond NLL in around 2h 4m.