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The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Didcot
Showing times and prices for Dec 21
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
25 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Didcot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Didcot will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Reading for Didcot on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 15 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.
07:260h13
Reading07:39Didcot
$141One-way
0 transfers
07:240h15
Reading07:39Didcot
$141One-way
0 transfers
07:260h13
Reading07:39Didcot
$141One-way
0 transfers
07:240h15
Reading07:39Didcot
$141One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
Reading to Didcot train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Didcot trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 1:44 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:25 AM Reading | 0h12 | 7:37 AM Didcot | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Didcot
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Didcot run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 11m.
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 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:53 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western from Reading to Didcot trainsGreat Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Didcot from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
Great Western Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Elizabeth Line
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
$39 (€31)
Elizabeth Line frequency
3 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12m
Cheapest Price
$31 (€25)
first_great_western frequency
48 a day
FAQs: Trains from Reading to Didcot
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Didcot 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 Didcot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day or two is typically sufficient to explore Didcot, including the Didcot Railway Centre and local parks.
The train journey from Reading to Didcot offers views of the English countryside, with glimpses of green fields and small towns, but it is generally considered more functional than particularly scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Reading to Didcot is feasible. The journey takes 11m, the distance is 15 miles (25 km), and there are 6 trains per day.
The distance by train from Reading to Didcot is 15 miles (25 km).
There is no high speed train available from Reading to Didcot.
Train ticket prices from Reading to Didcot can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $9 (€7), while the average price is around $14 (€11).
The first train from Reading to Didcot leaves at 12:04 AM.
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Didcot is by train, with a cost of around $9 (€7).
The last train from Reading to Didcot leaves at 11:53 PM.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Didcot.
The train from Reading to Didcot takes 11m and runs 6 per day.
The train station in Reading that goes to Didcot is Reading station (RDG), which connects to Didcot Parkway (DID).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Reading to Didcot.
Yes, there is a direct train from Reading to Didcot. This service operates 6 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, first_great_western.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Reading to Didcot
Reading
Didcot
The major train station for departures in Reading is Reading. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading for your trip from Reading to Didcot.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Parking
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Reading
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 12:55 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C - This station does not have step free access to operational platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent entrance to station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Tilehurst
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses starting/terminate at Tilehurst: Station forecourt All other buses: A329 Oxford Road bus stops near the station
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityThe major train station for arrivals in Didcot is Didcot Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Didcot Parkway for your journey to Didcot from Reading.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:40 Saturday 06:30 - 19:40 Sunday 08:00 - 19:40
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Spar supermarket
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station. 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The Ladies and Gentleman's toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet is located on Platform 3. 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
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 3
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 3 and 5
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Didcot Parkway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt.
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