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Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 $52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a train costs an average of $69.
Distance: 230 miles (371 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$103 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 35m Average total duration 10h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Durham to Reading:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Durham to Reading costing on average $103 (€84).
Other travel options to Reading take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 5m.
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Why should you book Durham to Reading trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway to find the best option for your trip from Durham to Reading.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Durham to Reading.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham to Reading
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Trains from Durham to Reading run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€56) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 20:47. The fastest train covers the 230 miles (371 km) distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 230 miles (371 km) |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€56) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 2:24 AM |
Last train 8:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway from Durham to Reading trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Durham and Reading from $52 (€42). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway
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.
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Popular train stations from Durham to Reading
Most Durham to Reading trains use the Durham to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Durham and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Durham station do trains to Reading leave from?
Getting to Durham from Durham city centre
Durham train station facilities and services
Durham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Durham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Durham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Durham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Durham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Durham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Durham: 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.
Which Reading station do trains from Durham arrive at?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: 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.
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