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The train journey from Hayes & Harlington to Reading covers a distance of 39 km and takes about 35m. There are 41 trains operating daily on average between Hayes and Harington to Reading. The first train departs at 00:08, and the last train leaves at 23:36. Check the latest timetable for current schedules.
Departing from Hayes & Harlington
The train from Hayes & Harlington to Reading departs from Hayes & Harlington station, situated between Southall and West Drayton. This station provides services to the Hayes and Harlington areas in the London Borough of Hillingdon, West London. It can be reached by train or bus.
Hayes and Harlington also provide services to destinations such as Reading, Maidenhead, Shenfield, Paddington, and more. The Elizabeth Line manages the station and provides most of the services. However, for late-night travel, services are offered by the Great Western Railway.
Main stops
The main stations on this line include:
- West Drayton
- Iver
- Slough
- Burnham (Buckinghamshire)
- Maidenhead, and others.
Additionally, stops may vary depending on the operators, schedules, and routes.
Arriving at Reading
The train from Hayes and Harrington to Reading arrives in Reading, situated on the Northern edge of the city centre, near major retail and commercial areas, as well as the River Thames. Reading station is accessible by rail, taxi, and bus.
Reading station is managed by Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, and the Elizabeth Line, providing a diverse array of travel options. Furthermore, trains also travel to London Paddington, Oxford, Bristol, Cardiff, and other destinations.
In Reading, you can explore the Reading Museum, enjoy music festivals, shop at Harris Arcade, savour street food, and immerse yourself in diverse arts and cultural experiences.
The Elizabeth Line train journey from Hayes & Harlington to Reading takes about 35 minutes. Travelling the route reveals scenery ranging from city buildings and suburban homes to green fields, farmland, towns, villages, the River Thames, and nature reserves.
The Elizabeth Line operates in London and its surrounding areas, offering a blend of high-frequency commuter rail and rapid transit services. It is currently managed by MTR Elizabeth Line Limited.
Additionally, Elizabeth Line trains are swift and modern, featuring high capacity, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, information screens, designated spaces, and three double doors per carriage for convenient boarding.
Elizabeth Line Standard Class
Offer comfortable seating, complimentary WiFi, real-time information screens, dedicated space areas, energy-efficient smart lighting, and temperature management.
Travel with Elizabeth Line
Important travel details provided for you, like baggage limits, bike allowances, passenger assistance and travelling with kids and pets.
- Luggage: For easier access, customers with buggies, luggage, and cycles are advised to travel in the first four carriages due to shorter platforms at some stations.
- Bicycles: Non-folded bikes allowed Off-Peak weekdays, anytime weekends/holidays, but not at Tottenham Court Road, Bond Street, Paddington, Liverpool Street, or Stratford.
- Children: Children under eleven travel free when accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket or pay as you go (Group Day Travelcards excluded).
- Pets: Assistance dogs and inoffensive animals are allowed on the Elizabeth Line if on a lead or in a container. No seats. Dangerous or uncontrolled animals may be refused.
- Passenger Assist: All Elizabeth Line stations are staffed from first to last train. For step-free access, board carriage 5. Priority seats are in every carriage.