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Reading to Hayes Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Reading to Hayes. Traveling by train from Reading to Hayes usually takes 36 minutes, but the fastest TfL Railway train can make the trip in 35 minutes.
| Distance | 24 mi (38 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 35m |
| Lowest price | $20.80 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | TfL Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Reading to Hayes?
TfL Railway is the one and only train line which connects Reading to Hayes. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| TfL Railway | 6 | 0h 36m | $21.64 |
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 Reading to Hayes
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Reading to Hayes on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Reading at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Reading to Hayes.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Hayes to Reading.
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 Reading?
Main departure station: Reading Station
There is one train station in Reading.
All train stations in Reading:
Reading Station
Where is the train station in Hayes?
Main arrival station: Hayes & Harlington
Hayes has one train station.
All train stations in Hayes:
Hayes & Harlington
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