The average train between Southall and Reading takes 38 min and the fastest train takes 35 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Southall 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 30 minutes between Southall and Reading. The earliest departure is at 1:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Southall is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Reading at 11:41 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 38 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southall station and arriving at Reading station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 38 min.
Southall to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Southall station.
Southall to Reading train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Reading station.
Book your Southall to Reading train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Southall and Reading is 41.9 km. The road distance is 43 km.
Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Southall to Reading every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £19–40 and the journey takes 38 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route 3 times a day.