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Hayes to Reading Train Schedule
Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Hayes to Reading. The train trip from Hayes to Reading is usually about 56 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 24 mi (38 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 56m |
| Lowest price | $21.28 |
| Most frequent service | TfL Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Hayes to Reading?
TfL Railway is the one and only train line which connects Hayes to Reading. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| TfL Railway | 1 | 0h 56m | $21.28 |
TfL Railway, also known as Crossrail and the Elizabeth Line, is a UK passenger rail company that operates between central London and surrounding counties. The trains are modern, spacious, and equipped with onboard restrooms and information displays. WiFi and 4G services will soon be available on all trains, and most stations already offer the service.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Hayes to Reading
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Hayes to Reading. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Hayes at 6:00am and arrives in Reading within the hour.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Reading to Hayes.
City Information
Reading
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Link to image attributionLocated only 20 minutes west of London, Reading is a large university and market town in the English county of Berkshire. Reading has an intriguing mix of the past and the present, with a vibrant student scene thriving among the city's medieval and Victorian architecture.
Reading sits on the River Thames, at the end-point of the Kennet and Avon Canal, so there are a number of pretty riverside walks to take in the scenery. Explore the gardens and meet the animals at Beadle Wildlife Park, a vast park crisscrossed with nature trails.
To discover the town's past, visit the Reading Museum, where you can take a trip through time from early Saxon settlements to the Industrial Revolution through 21st-century life.
Since Reading is home to a large university, you are always guaranteed exciting nightlife. Filled with many restaurants, pubs, bars, and clubs, Reading is the perfect place for a night on the town. Try The Nag's Head, The Lyndhurst, or The Purple Turtle to start your night right.
Because Reading is only a short way from London, getting to Reading is simple. Fly to one of London's large international airports for access from around the world. Reading Train Station is also one of Britain's main railway interchanges, making it easy to reach from all over the country by train. National Express buses also operate through the city from many destinations around the United Kingdom.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Hayes?
Main departure station: Hayes & Harlington
There is one train station in Hayes.
All train stations in Hayes:
Hayes & Harlington
Where is the train station in Reading?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Tilehurst
Tilehurst Railway Station is located in one of Reading's suburbs, Tilehurst, about 3 miles from the center of Reading. This station is on the extreme northern edge of the suburb, between the River Thames and A329 road. Great Western Railway trains on the London to Bristol route make stops at Tilehurst. Buses stop on Oxford Road, right outside the station, so it is easy to connect to Reading or other suburbs. There are waiting rooms on the middle and north platforms, and the main ticket office is on the south side.
All train stations in Reading:
Tilehurst
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