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Compare train for Reading to Lymington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Lymington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $100. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $100, and a train costs an average of $100.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$100 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (1h 14m by train vs 1h 40m by car). Tickets start at around $100 (€82) compared to roughly $23 (€19) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Reading to Lymington train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Lymington trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:52 AM Reading | 1h27 | 12:19 PM Lymington Town | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:52 AM Reading | 1h27 | 1:19 PM Lymington Town | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Lymington
Trains from Reading to Lymington run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $100 (€82) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€82) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 5:43 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Reading to Lymington trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Reading and Lymington from $100 (€82). 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 Lymington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Lymington 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 Lymington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Reading to Lymington
Most Reading to Lymington trains use the Reading to Lymington Town station pair, with some services arriving at Lymington Pier. Use this guide to compare Reading and Lymington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Lymington leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: 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.
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West train station facilities and services
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: 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.
Which Lymington station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Lymington Town from Lymington city centre
Lymington Town train station facilities and services
Lymington Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lymington Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lymington Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lymington Town.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lymington Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lymington Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lymington Town: 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.
Getting to Lymington Pier from Lymington city centre
Lymington Pier is 1 km from Lymington city centre. Public transport options include:
Lymington Pier train station facilities and services
Lymington Pier has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lymington Pier.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lymington Pier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lymington Pier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lymington Pier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lymington Pier: 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.
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