Leicester to Reading by train
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Overview: trains from Leicester to Reading
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Leicester to Reading train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Leicester to Reading by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Leicester to Reading take around 2 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 131 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Leicester is scheduled to depart at around 04:45. The last departure is usually at around 22:55 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Leicester at around 04:45, with the last train leaving at around 20:03. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 99 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 6 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$61.50.
We think any time is a great time to visit Reading, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Reading.
Is there a direct train from Leicester to Reading?
The journey between Leicester and Reading usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Leicester to Reading every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Leicester to Reading?
The Leicester to Reading train travel takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Leicester to Reading train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Reading leaving Leicester at around 04:45 and the last train leaving at around 22:55 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leicester at around 04:45, with the final departure at 20:03.
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