London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading train from $22 (€19) with Great Western Railway

Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading

Showing times and prices for Oct 10

Cheapest

$86

Average

$86

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

G50876

08:06AM1h40

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

09:46AMReading station (RDG)

$861One-way

2 transfers

Cheapest

P85193

08:13AM2h01

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

10:14AMReading station (RDG)

$861One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

G50533

08:16AM1h37

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

09:53AMReading station (RDG)

$861One-way

2 transfers

Cheapest

G38769

08:32AM2h12

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

10:44AMReading station (RDG)

$861One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

G50689

08:36AM1h35

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

10:11AMReading station (RDG)

$861One-way

2 transfers

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 10

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Thameslink G50876	08:06AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h40	09:46AM Reading station (RDG)	2 transfers
South Western Railway P85193	08:13AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h01	10:14AM Reading station (RDG)	1 transfer
Thameslink G50533	08:16AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h37	09:53AM Reading station (RDG)	2 transfers
South Western Railway G38769	08:32AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h12	10:44AM Reading station (RDG)	1 transfer
Thameslink G50689	08:36AM Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h35	10:11AM Reading station (RDG)	2 transfers

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Fastest train times from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading

Showing times and prices for Oct 10

Fastest Journey

1 h 35 m

Average

1 h 49 m

Trains per day

Distance

64 km

It's difficult to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading without transferring at least once.

Fastest

G50689

08:36AM1h35

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

10:11AMReading station (RDG)

$861One-way

2 transfers

G50533

08:16AM1h37

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

09:53AMReading station (RDG)

$861One-way

2 transfers

G50876

08:06AM1h40

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

09:46AMReading station (RDG)

$861One-way

2 transfers

P85193

08:13AM2h01

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

10:14AMReading station (RDG)

$861One-way

1 transfer

G38769

08:32AM2h12

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

10:44AMReading station (RDG)

$861One-way

1 transfer

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Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading

Distance	40 miles (64 km)
Average train duration	1 h 20 min
Average train ticket price	$43 (€37)
Train frequency	16 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 14 direct trains a day
Train companies	Great Western Rail, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southern, Gatwick Express or first_great_western

Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading cover the 40 miles (64 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 20 min with our travel partners like Great Western Rail, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southern, Gatwick Express or first_great_western. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $22 (€19), but the average price of train tickets is $43 (€37).

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Thameslink and South Western Railway from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading trains

Great Western Rail, Thameslink and South Western Railway trains will get you to Reading from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from $23 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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.

Train information from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 1 h 21 min
Cheapest Price: $23

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Train information from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading with Thameslink:

Average Duration: 1 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: $58
Thameslink frequency: 39 a day

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

Train information from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading with South Western Railway:

Average Duration: 1 h 43 min
Cheapest Price: $33

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

Train information from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading with Southern:

Average Duration: 1 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: $61
Southern frequency: 1 a day

Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.

Gatwick Express from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 43 min
Cheapest Price: $58

FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading

FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading.

Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading can start from as little as $22 (€19) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading is $43 (€37); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading train travel time is 1 h 20 min for the 40 mile (64 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading leaves at 5: 12 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading leaves at 7: 55 PM.

Yes, there are 14 direct trains a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Take the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading train with Great Western Rail, Thameslink, South Western Railway, Southern, Gatwick Express or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 55 PM.

A day trip to Reading from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Reading is October.

You have options as you can travel between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Reading 2 different ways: train or bus.