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Cheap train tickets and times from London to Reading

Showing times and prices for Apr 21

Cheapest

Fastest Journey

26 m

Average

34 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

59 km

Cheap train tickets from London to start from $35 with an average ticket price of $35.

The fastest train from London to takes 26m in comparison to an average duration of 34m and covers a distance of 59 km.

6 trains that leave London for every day with 6 travelling directly.

Cheapest
Great Western Railway
08:44AM0h29
London Paddington (PAD)
09:13AMReading station (RDG)
$351One-way
0 transfers
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Great Western Railway
08:01AM0h27
London Paddington (PAD)
08:28AMReading station (RDG)
$351One-way
0 transfers
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Great Western Railway
08:05AM0h30
London Paddington (PAD)
08:35AMReading station (RDG)
$351One-way
0 transfers
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Great Western Railway
08:36AM0h42
London Paddington (PAD)
09:18AMReading station (RDG)
$351One-way
0 transfers
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Great Western Railway
08:33AM0h26
London Paddington (PAD)
08:59AMReading station (RDG)
$351One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from London to Reading

distanceDistance36 miles (58 km)
durationAverage train duration23 min
priceAverage train ticket price$30 (€27)
frequencyTrain frequency50 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 50 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesGreat Western Rail, Tfl Rail or South Western Railway

Trains from London to Reading cover the 36 miles (58 km) long trip taking on average 23 min with our travel partners like Great Western Rail, Tfl Rail or South Western Railway. Normally, there are 50 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $30 (€27), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $20 (€17). Travelers depart most frequently from London Euston and arrive in Reading.

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Tfl Rail and South Western Railway from London to Reading trains

Travel from London to Reading from $25 (€22) with Omio’s train partners Great Western Rail, Tfl Rail and South Western Railway! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient journey for you.

Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.

Tfl Rail from London to Reading train information:

  • Average Duration: 49 min
  • Cheapest Price: $33

FAQs: Trains from London to Reading

FAQs: Travel by train from London 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 to Reading.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Reading can start from as little as $20 (€17) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Reading is $30 (€27); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Reading from London is on average 23 min   for the 36 mile (58 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Reading from London by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London to Reading leaves at 8: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London to Reading leaves at 11: 32 PM.
There are 50 trains a day from London to Reading which require at least one change with Great Western Rail, Tfl Rail or South Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the route from London to Reading you can take a train with Great Western Rail, Tfl Rail or South Western Railway. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between London and Reading on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 32 PM.

When departing from London, you have various train station options to start your trip from including London Euston, London St Pancras International and London Kings Cross. When arriving in Reading, you can end your route in train stations like Reading, Reading West and Reading Green Park.

Passengers board the train most frequently from London Euston, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Reading, located 0.2 miles (417 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from London to Reading by train is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Reading including taking a train or bus.

Important Stations and Airports in London and Reading

London
Reading
London Euston is the most popular London railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in London for your trip to Reading.
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Euston Road, London, Greater London, NW1 2RT, United Kingdom
phone
Phone Number
+44 3457114141
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Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 00: 00 | Sat: 06: 00 - 23: 00 | Sun: 07: 00 - 00: 00
Public transit options for London Euston
Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
Overground lines: Watford DC
Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
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Pancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK
phone
Phone Number
+44 2078437688, +44 2074314001
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Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 05: 45 - 22: 00 | Sat: 06: 00 - 21: 00 | Sun: 08: 00 - 22: 15
Public transit options for London St Pancras International
Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
Bus lines: 326, 139
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Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom
phone
Phone Number
+44 3457114141, +44 3451652030
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Ticket Office Hours
24/7
Public transit options for London Paddington
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.
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London Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU
phone
Phone Number
+44 3450774224
Public transit options for London Victoria
Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
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Euston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom
phone
Phone Number
+44 3457114141, +44 2074314001
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Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 05: 00 - 01: 36 | Sat: 05: 00 - 00: 36 | Sun: 05: 30 - 01: 36
Public transit options for London Kings Cross
Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
Metro: N/A
London WaterlooWifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibility
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London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London. SE1 8SW
phone
Phone Number
+44 3451652030
Public transit options for London Waterloo
Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl. Gov. Uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
London Liverpool StreetWifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibility
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London Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY
phone
Phone Number
+44 345 711 4141
Public transit options for London Liverpool Street
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
London BridgeWifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibility
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London Bridge station, Tooley Street / St Thomas Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3QX
phone
Phone Number
+44 345 711 4141
Public transit options for London Bridge
Onward travel information: The Bus Station is located directly outside the main entrance at upper level. There are also bus stops outside on Tooley Street. For further information on buses, a bus information kiosk is also located outside the main doors of the station at upper level.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services are usually found outside the front of the station. However this is sometimes subject to change. Please check engineering posters or consult a member of staff.
Metro: For North and North East Kent and South East London
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London Marylebone station, Great Central House, Melcombe Place, London, NW1 6JJ
Public transit options for London Marylebone
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At station entrance.
Metro: Bakerloo Line.
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Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WD
Public transit options for Heathrow Airport T123
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)
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London Blackfriars station, Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4DY
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London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Public transit options for London Charing Cross
Metro: Bakerloo Line Northern Line.

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