Train times from Reading West to London
Reading West connects to 3 London terminals. The fastest route is Paddington in 31 minutes on a direct train.
- Fastest journey to London
- 31 minutes to Paddington
- Direct service
- Yes
- London terminals served
- 3 (Paddington, Liverpool Street, Waterloo)
- Operator
- Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line
- Source
- Darwin Timetable Files (Rail Delivery Group), Open Government Licence v3.0
- Data reviewed
- 2026-08-17
Reading West to each London terminal
| London terminal | Fastest | Fastest direct | Typical peak | Peak trains | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paddington | 31 min | same as fastest | 32 min | 1.2/hr | Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line |
| Liverpool Street | 71 minchange at Reading | no direct service | direct trains only | direct trains only | Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line |
| Waterloo | 76 minchange at Basingstoke | no direct service | direct trains only | direct trains only | South Western Railway |
Reading West to Paddington
The fastest train from Reading West to London Paddington takes 31 minutes and involves a direct train with no change. The route is operated by Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line. That makes Reading West the 17th quickest of the 115 stations with a service into Paddington inside 90 minutes.
Reading West to Liverpool Street
The fastest train from Reading West to London Liverpool Street takes 71 minutes and involves one change of train en route. The route is operated by Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line. That makes Reading West the 77th quickest of the 105 stations with a service into Liverpool Street inside 90 minutes.
Reading West to Waterloo
The fastest train from Reading West to London Waterloo takes 76 minutes and involves one change of train en route. The route is operated by South Western Railway. That makes Reading West the 109th quickest of the 126 stations with a service into Waterloo inside 90 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the train from Reading West to London take?
The fastest train from Reading West reaches London Paddington in 31 minutes. Reading West connects to 3 London terminals: Paddington, Liverpool Street, Waterloo.
Which London station should I travel to from Reading West?
Paddington is the quickest at 31 minutes, on a direct service. Direct trains run to Paddington.
Is Reading West a good commuter town for London?
At 31 minutes to London Paddington, Reading West is a practical commuter choice, with the fastest journey under an hour. Direct trains keep the journey simple.
Are there direct trains from Reading West to London?
Yes. Direct services run to Paddington.
What are the nearest stations to Reading West?
The closest alternatives are Reading, Tilehurst, Earley. These can offer a faster or cheaper route into London depending on where you live.
Other places within 45 minutes of Paddington
Reading West is one of many places you could commute from. These are other options within 45 minutes of London Paddington, ranked by journey time and spread across the network rather than clustered on one stretch of line.
Nearby stations
Alternative departure points close to Reading West, for comparing platforms rather than places.