The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Newbury
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Newbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Newbury will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 6 trains that leave London for Newbury on Fri, May 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 56 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.
P3024810:12 AM0h54London Paddington (PAD)11:06 AMNewbury station (NBY)$591One-way0 transfers
P22663 · P324889:34 AM1h04London Paddington (PAD)10:38 AMNewbury station (NBY)$591One-way1 transfer
P302439:06 AM0h56London Paddington (PAD)10:02 AMNewbury station (NBY)$631One-way0 transfers
P227728:38 AM0h48London Paddington (PAD)9:26 AMNewbury station (NBY)$651One-way0 transfers
P302398:05 AM0h53London Paddington (PAD)8:58 AMNewbury station (NBY)$651One-way0 transfers
P227728:38 AM0h48London Paddington (PAD)9:26 AMNewbury station (NBY)$651One-way0 transfers
P302398:05 AM0h53London Paddington (PAD)8:58 AMNewbury station (NBY)$651One-way0 transfers
P3024810:12 AM0h54London Paddington (PAD)11:06 AMNewbury station (NBY)$591One-way0 transfers
P22619 · P326458:18 AM0h54London Paddington (PAD)9:12 AMNewbury station (NBY)$711One-way1 transfer
P302439:06 AM0h56London Paddington (PAD)10:02 AMNewbury station (NBY)$631One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for London to Newbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Newbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 52 miles (84 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Newbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 36m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (1h 18m by train vs 1h 27m by car). Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $41 (€33) 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
London to Newbury train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Newbury trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P30239 | On time 8:05 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h53 | 8:58 AM Newbury station (NBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P22619 · P32645 | On time 8:18 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h54 | 9:12 AM Newbury station (NBY) | 1 transfer | |
P22772 | On time 8:38 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h48 | 9:26 AM Newbury station (NBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P30244 | On time 9:06 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h56 | 10:02 AM Newbury station (NBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P22663 · P32488 | On time 9:34 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h04 | 10:38 AM Newbury station (NBY) | 1 transfer | |
P30248 | On time 10:12 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h54 | 11:06 AM Newbury station (NBY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Newbury
Trains from London to Newbury run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 39m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, first_great_western from London to Newbury trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between London and Newbury from $11 (€9). 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 London to Newbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Newbury 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 Newbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Newbury
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Opening hours: Saturday 06:15 - 19:45 Sunday 08:30 - 17:30 Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:20 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Mio Fiore
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via liftsand an overbridge to the West of the main station buildings. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- 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 Platforms 1 and 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station by Platform 2
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops near the station entrance on Hanbridge Road
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