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Journey from Reading West to London Cannon Street on the fastest train in 1 hour 31 minutes, usually 1 hour 39 minutes. Every day, 41 trains leave from Reading West, starting at 05:52 and ending at 19:31. During Off-Peak Times from 09:30 on weekdays, enjoy a quieter and less crowded journey. Get real-time updates on train schedules, delays, and cancellations. Save time, effort, and money with us.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
17:23 Reading West | 1 hour 42 minutes, 1 change | 19:05 London Cannon Street | Great Western Railway | Find tickets |
17:34 Reading West | 1 hour 39 minutes, 1 change | 19:13 London Cannon Street | Great Western Railway | Find tickets |
17:45 Reading West | 1 hour 38 minutes, 1 change | 19:23 London Cannon Street | Great Western Railway | Find tickets |
18:16 Reading West | 1 hour 53 minutes, 1 change | 20:09 London Cannon Street | Great Western Railway | Find tickets |
18:35 Reading West | 1 hour 43 minutes, 1 change | 20:18 London Cannon Street | Great Western Railway | Find tickets |
Travelling by train from Reading West to London Cannon Street is efficient and offers a scenic and comfortable experience. With frequent departures from Reading West, you can reach London Cannon Street in just 1 hour 31 minutes, making it one of the fastest and most convenient ways to travel between these two places.

The quickest train journey from Reading West to London Cannon Street takes 1 hour 31 minutes . Utilise our Train Journey Planner to locate direct trains, minimise transfers, and compare travel times across various routes. Discover the most efficient way to travel with fewer stops for a smooth and seamless journey.
No, there are no direct trains from Reading West to London Cannon Street. However, you can still find the best train options using the TrainPal Train Journey Planner. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations to see all available train services and plan your trip

Reading West to London Cannon Street trains are generally punctual, but delays or cancellations can occur due to weather, strikes, and other factors. After purchasing a ticket, use TrainPal to track live train updates. Before buying a ticket, our Train Journey Planner provides all necessary booking information. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations, click 'Search,' and view routes labelled 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest,' with all details displayed.
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