The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Stroud
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Stroud is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Stroud will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 2 trains that leave Reading for Stroud on Fri, Feb 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.




Live departures
Reading to Stroud train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Stroud trains for tomorrow, Friday, February 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:49 AM Reading | 1h10 | 5:59 AM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:58 AM Reading | 0h59 | 10:57 AM Stroud | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Stroud
Trains from Reading to Stroud run on average 5 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 05:27 |
Last train 22:56 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Reading to Stroud trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Stroud from $36 (€29). 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 Stroud
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Stroud 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 Stroud, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Reading to Stroud
- 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 - 18:00 Saturday 07:15 - 14:30 Sunday 09:45 - 17:00 Until further notice.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access to each platform via drop off points however step free access between the ticket office and Platform 2 can only be achieved via a stepbridge on 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: under footbridge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Car park on Platform 2 side for both directions
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