Reading to Kew by train

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Overview: trains from Reading to Kew

Find the key information for travelling by train from Reading to Kew, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:42 View journey
Last train 23:12 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 9m View journey
Distance (km) 47
Trains / day 36 View all
Cheapest journey CA$30.19 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 16m
Train operators 2

From Reading to Kew by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Reading to Kew by train. With 36 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train travel from Reading to Kew

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Reading to Kew:

  • Cheapest ticket: CA$30.19

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train timetable for travel between Reading and Kew

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Reading to Kew by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 05:42

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 22:12

  • First daily departure (weekend): 07:12

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:12

  • Average number of daily trains: 36 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 29 minutes

Train travel time and distance from Reading to Kew

Trains can complete this route in as little as 1 hour and 9 minutes. The total distance travelled is 47 kilometres.

How far in advance Reading and Kew tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Reading and Kew are available 4 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Maximising your travels to Kew

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Kew.

FAQs about the train journey from Reading to Kew

Want to know more about your journey from Reading to Kew? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Reading and Kew by train is 47 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.