The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham to Reading
Cheapest price
$158
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
371 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Reading will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $158.
Of the 1 trains that leave Durham for Reading on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 371 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Durham to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a train costs an average of €126.
Distance: 230 miles (371 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€127 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest |
4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Durham to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Reading trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:41 AM Durham | 4h05 | 8:46 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham to Reading
Trains from Durham to Reading run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $155 (€126) but you can travel from only $59 (€48) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:54, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 230 miles (371 km) distance in 4h 4m.
Distance 230 miles (371 km) |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $155 (€126) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 4m |
First train 03:54 |
Last train 21:29 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER from Durham to Reading trainsCrossCountry, LNER trains will get you between Durham and Reading from $59 (€48). 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 Durham to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham 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 Durham to Reading
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: Short stay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse of both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Waiting Room Platform 1 opening hours Monday to Saturday - 04:00 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Platform 2 opening hours Monday to Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.
- 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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