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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Truro
Cheapest price
$107
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Truro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Truro will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
Of the 2 trains that leave Reading for Truro on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 316 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 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.
10:56 AM4h28Reading3:24 PMTruro$1071One-way0 transfers- 9:01 AM4h23Reading1:24 PMTruro$1071One-way0 transfers
- 9:01 AM4h23Reading1:24 PMTruro$1071One-way0 transfers
- 10:56 AM4h28Reading3:24 PMTruro$1071One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Reading to Truro
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Truro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $24.
Distance: 196 miles (316 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$104 Average price | $172 Average price | $89 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 33m Average total duration 11h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Reading to Truro:
A bus is $15 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reading to Truro costing on average $104 (€85).
A bus is $83 (€68) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Reading to Truro costing on average $172 (€141).
Other travel options to Truro take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 59m.
Bus takes on average 11h 3m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (3h 59m by train vs 4h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $104 (€85) compared to roughly $81 (€66) 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.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
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 Truro train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Truro trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:30 PM Reading | 4h01 | 5:31 PM Truro | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Truro
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Truro run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $100 (€81) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (316 km) distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 196 miles (316 km) |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€81) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 12:49 AM |
Last train 10:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Truro trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Truro from $24 (€20). 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 Truro
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Truro 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 Truro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Reading to Truro
Most Reading to Truro trains use the Reading to Truro station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Truro train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Truro 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.
Which Truro station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Truro from Truro city centre
Truro train station facilities and services
Truro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Truro.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Truro.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Truro.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Truro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Truro: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Truro: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms 1 & 2 from the main road side buildings. Access to platform 3 via the footbridges and level crossing. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: Yes, 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.
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