Reading Station

Reading railway station is located on the northern edge of Reading town in Berkshire, England, near major retail and commercial areas as well as the River Thames. As the main transport hub of Reading, it is the busiest station in Berkshire and the second busiest interchange station outside of London. Opened in 1840, the station has undergone several expansions, with the most recent reconstruction from 2009 to 2015 adding new platforms, street entrances, ticket offices, pedestrian bridges, and bicycle lanes.

Popular routes from Reading Station include Reading to London Paddington, Reading to Birmingham New Street, and Reading to Oxford. Every August, Reading hosts a three-day music festival, one of the most famous music festivals in the UK, attracting a large number of tourists and music enthusiasts. The festival venue is conveniently close to Reading Station, making it easy for visitors to reach the event on foot.

Which train companies run trains to Reading?

Depending on when you travel, you should find services run to and from Reading provided by the following: Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway and South Western Railway. Journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with so it's always worth checking when booking.

What are Reading's opening hours?

You can expect Reading to be open between the hours of 0:01 and 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.

Pick up & drop off at Reading

Reading provides parking and pick-up/drop-off services for convenient travel.

Connectivity of the Reading?

With frequent trains to Reading from hubs like London, London Paddington, Bristol, Birmingham and Oxford, travel to and from the station is convenient. Complementary options like buses and taxis are also available for further transit, but checking availability in advance is recommended.