The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Henley-on-Thames
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
10 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Henley-on-Thames is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Henley-on-Thames will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Henley-on-Thames on Fri, Nov 07, 1 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 10 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 28 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Reading to Henley-on-Thames
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Henley-on-Thames among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 6 miles (10 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€8 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading to Henley-on-Thames train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Henley-on-Thames trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:29 AM Reading | 0h28 | 10:57 AM Henley-on-Thames | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Henley-on-Thames
Trains from Reading to Henley-on-Thames run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (10 km) distance in 28m.
Distance 6 miles (10 km) |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western from Reading to Henley-on-Thames trainsGreat Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Henley-on-Thames from $8 (€7). 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 Reading to Henley-on-Thames
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Henley-on-Thames 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 Henley-on-Thames, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Reading to Henley-on-Thames
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 12:55 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent entrance to station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses starting/terminate at Tilehurst: Station forecourt All other buses: A329 Oxford Road bus stops near the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 07:00 - 13:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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 the platform. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park adjacent to station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
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