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Compare bus and train for Reading to Great Yarmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Great Yarmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €69. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €69, and a train costs an average of €43.
Distance: 139 miles (225 km)
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€75 Average price | €69 Average price Cheapest |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Reading to Great Yarmouth trains with Omio?
Abellio Greater Anglia operates all train services from Reading to Great Yarmouth. Omio is the only official third party seller for Abellio Greater Anglia tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Abellio Greater Anglia?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Abellio Greater Anglia with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Reading to Great Yarmouth.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Abellio Greater Anglia tickets can only be bought on Omio or Abellio Greater Anglia's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Abellio Greater Anglia tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Abellio Greater Anglia tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Reading to Great Yarmouth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Great Yarmouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Great Yarmouth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (225 km) distance in 4h 13m.
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 139 miles (225 km) |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 20:17 |
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: Abellio Greater Anglia from Reading to Great Yarmouth trainsAbellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Reading and Great Yarmouth from $53 (€43). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Abellio Greater Anglia
About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 19m
Cheapest Price
$132 (€107)
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Reading to Great Yarmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Great Yarmouth 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 Great Yarmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Three days are typically sufficient to explore Great Yarmouth, allowing time to enjoy its beaches, visit the Pleasure Beach amusement park, and explore local attractions such as the Sea Life Centre and the Time and Tide Museum.
There is no high speed train available from Reading to Great Yarmouth.
Yes, you can take the train from Reading to Great Yarmouth.
Train ticket prices from Reading to Great Yarmouth can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $53 (€43), while the average price is around $93 (€75).
A day trip from Reading to Great Yarmouth is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 13m with a frequency of 3 per day for trains, covering a distance of 139 miles (225 km).
The train journey from Reading to Great Yarmouth offers varied scenery, with landscapes transitioning from urban areas in Reading to the picturesque countryside of East Anglia as you approach Great Yarmouth, including views of rivers and traditional English villages.
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Great Yarmouth is by train, with a cost of around $53 (€43).
The distance by train from Reading to Great Yarmouth is 139 miles (225 km).
The train from Reading to Great Yarmouth takes 4h 13m and runs 3 per day.
The first train from Reading to Great Yarmouth leaves at 5:10 AM.
The train station in Reading that goes to Great Yarmouth is Reading station (RDG), which connects to Great Yarmouth station (GYM).
The last train from Reading to Great Yarmouth leaves at 8:17 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Reading to Great Yarmouth.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Reading to Great Yarmouth.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Reading to Great Yarmouth
Reading
Great Yarmouth
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 Great Yarmouth.
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
The major train station for arrivals in Great Yarmouth is Great Yarmouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Great Yarmouth for your journey to Great Yarmouth from Reading.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:50 - 17:10 Saturday 06:50 - 17:10 Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster. Accessible taxis are usually available on the taxi rank at the front of the station.
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on the concourse and open when the station is manned
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on concourse, and by night entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Great Yarmouth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop at station entrance
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