The average train between Shenfield and Reading takes 1h 27m and the fastest train takes 1h 22m. The train runs at least 4 times per hour from Shenfield 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 every 15 minutes between Shenfield and Reading. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shenfield is at 11:41 PM which arrives into Reading at 1:45 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
1h 27m • 1 change
1h 23m • 1 change
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1h 23m • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Shenfield to Reading. However, there are services departing from Shenfield station and arriving at Reading station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.
Shenfield to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Shenfield station.
Shenfield to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Reading station.
Book your Shenfield to Reading train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Shenfield and Reading is 91.7 km. The road distance is 97 km.
You can take a train from Shenfield to Reading via London Paddington in around 1h 35m.
