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Brighton to Reading train

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Cheap train tickets from Brighton to Reading

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Great Western Railway
02:44PM2h18
Brighton
05:02PMReading
$411One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
06:14PM2h23
Brighton
08:37PMReading
$631One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
03:44PM2h19
Brighton
06:03PMReading
$641One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
07:39AM2h25
Brighton
10:04AMReading
$641One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
07:09AM2h21
Brighton
09:30AMReading
$641One-way
0 transfers

Brighton to Reading train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 4
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Great Western Railway02:44PM Brighton2h18 05:02PM Reading0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway07:09AM Brighton2h21 09:30AM Reading0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway07:39AM Brighton2h25 10:04AM Reading0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway06:14PM Brighton2h23 08:37PM Reading0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway03:44PM Brighton2h19 06:03PM Reading0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Brighton to Reading

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Fastest Journey

2 h 18 m

Average

2 h 21 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

91 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Brighton for Reading every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Great Western Railway
02:44PM2h18
Brighton
05:02PMReading
$411One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
03:44PM2h19
Brighton
06:03PMReading
$641One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
07:09AM2h21
Brighton
09:30AMReading
$641One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
06:14PM2h23
Brighton
08:37PMReading
$631One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
07:39AM2h25
Brighton
10:04AMReading
$641One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brighton to Reading

Trains from Brighton to Reading run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€27) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
55 miles (90 km)
Average train duration
2h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
$30 (€27)
Trains per day
7
Train providers
4
Fastest train
2h 13m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train providers: Great Western Rail, Thameslink and Southern from Brighton to Reading trains

Travel between Brighton and Reading from $39 (€35) with Omio’s train partners Great Western Rail, Thameslink and Southern! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Great Western Rail from Brighton to Reading train information:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 11 min
  • Cheapest Price: $59

FAQs: Trains from Brighton to Reading

FAQs: Travel by train from Brighton to Reading easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brighton to Reading.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Brighton to Reading can start from as little as $30 (€27) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Brighton to Reading is $63 (€56); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Brighton to Reading is 2 h 13 min   to travel the 56 mile (90 km) long trip, with around there are 7 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Brighton to Reading leaves at 12: 02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Brighton to Reading leaves at 11: 45 PM.
There are 7 trains a day from Brighton to Reading which require at least one change with Great Western Rail, Thameslink, Southern or South Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Brighton to Reading train with Great Western Rail, Thameslink, Southern or South Western Railway. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip to Reading from Brighton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 45 PM.
A trip to Reading from Brighton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 13 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Brighton to Reading by train is October.
You have options as you can travel from Brighton to Reading 2 different ways: train or bus.

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