The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Theale
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
6 m
Average duration
6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Theale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Theale will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Theale on Fri, Dec 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 26 the direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 m .
On Fri, Dec 26 the slowest trains will take 6 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 bus and train for Reading to Theale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Theale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 4 miles (8 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€6 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
36m Average total duration Fastest 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading to Theale train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Theale trains for today, Thursday, December 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:11 AM Reading | 0h05 | 11:16 AM Theale | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Reading to Theale by bus or train
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Why should you book Reading to Theale trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as first_great_western offer trains services from Reading to Theale. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Reading to Theale.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Reading to Theale.
- 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 Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Reading to Theale.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Great Western Rail tickets can be bought on Great Western Rail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of first_great_western to help you choose the right option for your journey from Reading to Theale.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Reading to Theale.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Theale
Trains from Reading to Theale run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 4 miles (8 km) distance in 5m.
Distance 4 miles (8 km) |
Average train duration 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 5m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Reading to Theale trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Theale from $4 (€3). 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 Theale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Theale 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 Theale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Reading to Theale
- 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 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to the platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at 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: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent ticket counter
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
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