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Compare train and bus for Reading to Twickenham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Twickenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Reading to Twickenham:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reading to Twickenham costing on average $30 (€25).
Other travel options to Twickenham take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 1m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€25) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-18.10 (€-14.81). The journey takes 1h 1m versus 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Reading to Twickenham train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Twickenham 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 |
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 | 9:05 AM Reading | 1h02 | 10:07 AM Twickenham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Twickenham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Twickenham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Reading to Twickenham trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Reading and Twickenham from $14 (€11). 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 Twickenham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Twickenham 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 Twickenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Reading to Twickenham
Most Reading to Twickenham trains use the Reading to Twickenham station pair, with some services arriving at Strawberry Hill. Use this guide to compare Reading and Twickenham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Twickenham 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 Tilehurst from Reading city centre
Tilehurst is 4 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Tilehurst train station facilities and services
Tilehurst has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tilehurst.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Tilehurst.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tilehurst.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tilehurst: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tilehurst: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tilehurst: 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.
Getting to Reading Green Park from Reading city centre
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading Green Park train station facilities and services
Reading Green Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading Green Park.
Which Twickenham station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Twickenham from Twickenham city centre
Twickenham train station facilities and services
Twickenham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Twickenham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Twickenham. ATMs are available at Twickenham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Twickenham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Twickenham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Twickenham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Twickenham: 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 all platforms, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Strawberry Hill from Twickenham city centre
Strawberry Hill train station facilities and services
Strawberry Hill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Strawberry Hill.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Strawberry Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Strawberry Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Strawberry Hill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Strawberry Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Strawberry Hill: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. Ramp at approx 1:14 gradient to Platform 1 (for trains towards London Waterloo via Wimbledon). Short unevenly-graded floor at approx 1:10 gradient to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo via Richmond). Step-free access between platforms via full-barrier level crossing. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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.
Getting to Fulwell from Twickenham city centre
Fulwell is 1 km from Twickenham city centre. Public transport options include:
Fulwell train station facilities and services
Fulwell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Fulwell.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fulwell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fulwell.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fulwell: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Fulwell: Bike Parking.
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