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Cheap train tickets from Oxford to Reading

Showing times and prices for Dec 08

Cheapest

Average

$10

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

09:08AM0h36

Oxford

09:44AMReading

$71One-way

0 transfers

03:17PM0h24

Oxford

03:41PMReading

$81One-way

0 transfers

09:16AM0h23

Oxford

09:39AMReading

$101One-way

0 transfers

04:30PM0h28

Oxford

04:58PMReading

$111One-way

0 transfers

03:28PM0h28

Oxford

03:56PMReading

$151One-way

0 transfers

Oxford to Reading train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 8

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Cross Country	09:16AM Oxford	0h23	09:39AM Reading	0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway	03:28PM Oxford	0h28	03:56PM Reading	0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway	09:08AM Oxford	0h36	09:44AM Reading	0 transfersDirect
Cross Country	10:16AM Oxford	0h23	10:39AM Reading	0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway	04:30PM Oxford	0h28	04:58PM Reading	0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Oxford to Reading

Showing times and prices for Dec 08

Fastest Journey

23 m

Average

26 m

Trains per day

Distance

38 km

Of the 10 trains that leave Oxford for Reading every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

09:16AM0h23

Oxford

09:39AMReading

$101One-way

0 transfers

10:16AM0h23

Oxford

10:39AMReading

$171One-way

0 transfers

03:17PM0h24

Oxford

03:41PMReading

$81One-way

0 transfers

09:24PM0h24

Oxford

09:48PMReading

$161One-way

0 transfers

01:18PM0h24

Oxford

01:42PMReading

$161One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Oxford to Reading

Trains from Oxford to Reading run on average 9 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

23 miles (38 km)

Average train duration

28m

Cheapest ticket price

$5 (€4)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

21m

First train

00:05

Last train

23:46

Price information

Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry and first_great_western from Oxford to Reading trains

Travel to Reading from Oxford from $5 (€4) with Omio’s train partners Great Western Rail, CrossCountry and first_great_western! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.

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.

Oxford to Reading train information with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 21 min
Cheapest Price: $5

FAQs: Trains from Oxford to Reading

FAQs: Travel by train from Oxford 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 Oxford to Reading.

Cheap train tickets from Oxford to Reading can start from as little as $5 (€4) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Oxford to Reading is $12 (€11); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Oxford to Reading is 21 min to travel the 24 mile (38 km) long trip, with around there are 9 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Oxford to Reading leaves at 12: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Oxford to Reading leaves at 11: 46 PM.

Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day from Oxford to Reading with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the best Oxford to Reading train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Great Western Rail, CrossCountry or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Oxford and Reading to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 46 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Oxford, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Reading, located 0.2 miles (415 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Reading from Oxford is worth doing with a journey time of 21 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Oxford to Reading by train is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Reading including taking a train or bus.

Popular train stations from Oxford to Reading

Oxford

Reading

The major train station for departures in Oxford is Oxford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford for your trip from Oxford to Reading.

Oxford

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS

Phone Number

+44 3451652030

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Dining

Bangkok House
Gourmet Burger Kitchen
Kaspa's
My Sichuan Restaurant

Accessibility

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 lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided
Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
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 the Station Concourse. 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

Hotel