The cheapest and fastest trains from Chippenham to Reading
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chippenham to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chippenham to Reading will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 2 trains that leave Chippenham for Reading on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 44 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.




Live departures
Chippenham to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Chippenham to Reading trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:49 AM Chippenham | 0h42 | 5:31 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:56 AM Chippenham | 0h44 | 10:40 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chippenham to Reading
Trains from Chippenham to Reading run on average 3 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 41m.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€22) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:37 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Chippenham to Reading trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Chippenham and Reading from $26 (€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 Chippenham to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chippenham 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 Chippenham to Reading
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:00 Saturday 05:50 - 19:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A station – This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform. Step free access available to both platforms via lifts from the main station entrance and disused platform. Station is accessible if arriving at the station main entrance and not from the north.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Disused platform and north car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Short stay car park - terminating & starting services. Bus Stops in Bus Turning Area - through services.
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
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