Palmers Green to Reading by train
| First train | 06:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:08 | |
| Departure station | Palmers Green | |
| Arrival station | Reading | |
| Journey time | From 1h 28m | |
| Distance | 39 miles (62 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Taking the train from Palmers Green to Reading in 1 hour 28 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Palmers Green to Reading? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 39 miles (62 km) from Palmers Green to Reading by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 28 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or Thameslink, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Palmers Green to Reading in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Reading by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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