The cheapest and fastest trains from Lymington to Reading
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lymington to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lymington to Reading will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lymington for Reading on Fri, Nov 07, 2 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 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.




Live departures
Lymington to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Lymington to Reading trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:16 AM Lymington | 1h54 | 9:10 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 PM Lymington | 2h24 | 9:59 PM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 5:46 AM Lymington | 2h13 | 7:59 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lymington to Reading
Trains from Lymington to Reading run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€47) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 22:05 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway from Lymington to Reading trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway trains will get you between Lymington and Reading from $57 (€47). 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 Lymington to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lymington 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 Lymington to Reading
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Adjoining Ferry Terminal
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:15 Saturday 09:00 - 14:00 Sunday 10:00 - 13:00
- Car Park: Non Rail Users
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible taxis: Local taxi numbers; Lymington Taxis 01590 670670 Allports Taxis 01590 679792
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. However they are currently closed.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Station Street
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
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