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For a train from Reading to London Liverpool Street, Advance Tickets are available starting at £15.70*, with the average fare being £28.02. Find out about different ticket types and options by checking out our Advance Tickets, Off-Peak Train Tickets, Return Train Tickets, and Anytime Train Tickets. Explore more affordable choices in our UK cheap train ticket Guide!
Travelling from Reading to London Liverpool Street, the fastest train takes 51m with an average travel time of 1h 8m. With 161 daily trains, the first departs at 06:20 and the last at 23:52. Off-Peak hours begin at 09:30 on weekdays, and all-day Off-Peak on weekends and bank holidays. Keep informed of live train status, times, delays, and cancellations with us.
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| Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06:20 Reading | 07:54 London Liverpool Street | On time | 1h 34m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
06:53 Reading | 08:18 London Liverpool Street | On time | 1h 25m | Elizabeth line | Find tickets | |
07:53 Reading | 08:56 London Liverpool Street | On time | 1h 3m | Elizabeth line | Find tickets | |
07:54 Reading | 10:02 London Liverpool Street | On time | 2h 8m | South Western Railway | Find tickets | |
07:54 Reading | 10:06 London Liverpool Street | On time | 2h 12m | South Western Railway | Find tickets |
Effortlessly plan your journey from Reading to London Liverpool Street. Discover the earliest and latest train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, travel duration, and pricing options to enhance your trip.
| First train | 06:20 |
|---|---|
| Last train | 23:52 |
| Departure station | Reading |
| Arrival station | London Liverpool Street |
| Distance | 39 miles (63 km) |
| Journey time | From 51m |
| Price | From £15.70 |
| Train operators | Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Southern, South Western Railway |
The direct train from Reading to London Liverpool Street takes around 1h 8m and covers an average distance of 63 km. From 06:20 to 23:52, there are 161 trains running every day.
The best train from Reading to London Liverpool Street departs from Reading Station, situated on the Northern edge of the town centre, and is easily accessible by train, bus, or taxi.
As a major transport hub, it offers services from CrossCountry, GWR, South Western Railway, and the Elizabeth Line. With connections to London Paddington, Bristol, Cardiff, Birmingham, Manchester, and Newcastle, Reading Station is your key interchange for both local and regional travel.
Here are the main stops, which may vary due to different times, train operators, and routes:
The train arrives at London Liverpool Street station, located in the northeastern part of Central London, UK. The station is situated in the City of London, the historic and financial centre of the capital.
London Liverpool Street station is well-connected by various modes of public transport, including the London Underground, buses, and taxis, making it easily accessible from different parts of the city. Nearby attractions include the Tower of London and Tower Bridge.
London Liverpool Street serves as a major hub for both national and regional rail services. It offers connections to East Anglia and the Stansted Express to Stansted Airport. Train services at the station are operated by:
The station is well-connected to various destinations, including Stratford, Maidenhead, Abbey Wood, Shenfield, and Norwich. It also links to the London Underground system, including the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan lines.
Travel from Reading to London Liverpool Street with Elizabeth Line in around an hour. This direct train journey will allow you to see some countryside, fields, woodlands, and small towns. You might catch a glimpse of the Thames River. Gradually, the scenery will become more urban, with various iconic landmarks and high-rise buildings coming into view.
The Elizabeth Line offers fast and efficient train services across London, connecting Reading and Heathrow Airport in the west to Shenfield and Abbey Wood in the east. Benefit from free WiFi, excellent air conditioning, and energy-efficient lighting on board.
Basic facilities still satisfy your needs. Onboard services include:
Quickly learn about Elizabeth Line services for a comfortable journey. Note: there are no toilets on the trains.
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