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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlbury to Reading
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlbury to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlbury to Reading will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 1 trains that leave Charlbury for Reading on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:10 AM0h46Charlbury10:56 AMReading$281One-way0 transfers
- 10:10 AM0h46Charlbury10:56 AMReading$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Charlbury to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlbury to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (47m by train vs 1h 13m by car). Tickets start at around $28 (€22) compared to roughly $16 (€13) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, first_great_western.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Charlbury to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlbury to Reading trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:10 AM Charlbury | 0h46 | 10:56 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlbury to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Charlbury to Reading run on average 5 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€22) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, first_great_western from Charlbury to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Charlbury and Reading from $28 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Charlbury to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlbury to Reading by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlbury to Reading
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:20 Saturday 06:45 - 13:15 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A - Step free access is available to both platforms with Platform 1 accessed via a ramp bridge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station building/car park
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Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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