- Must visit
The Museum of English Rural Life
Museum nearby telling the story of English rural life through tools, carts, and galleries. One of the strongest heritage museums in the region.
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Wokingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Wokingham will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 2 trains that leave Reading for Wokingham on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 14 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Wokingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $4.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Reading to Wokingham:
A bus is $3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reading to Wokingham costing on average $6.
Other travel options to Wokingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (12m by train vs 24m by car). Tickets start at around $6 compared to roughly $3 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 South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, 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.
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Wokingham trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:39 AM Reading | 0h14 | 8:53 AM Wokingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:52 PM Reading | 0h09 | 11:01 PM Wokingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Reading to Wokingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 but you can travel from only $4 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 9m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Discover the best of Wokingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wokingham trip today.
Museum nearby telling the story of English rural life through tools, carts, and galleries. One of the strongest heritage museums in the region.
Town museum covering Wokingham’s history, from Tudor trade to local life. Compact, informative, and the best museum stop in the centre.
Volunteer-run heritage museum on the old station site with locomotives, signals, and railway displays. A local favourite for transport history fans.
Large country park with lakes, meadows, and paths for walking, cycling, and birdwatching. One of the area’s most popular outdoor destinations.
Central square lined with historic buildings and the town hall. Best place to feel Wokingham’s market-town character and seasonal events atmosphere.
Major woodland and heath reserve offering scenic trails and wildlife. Ideal for longer walks and one of the borough’s best-known natural escapes.
A Berkshire classic of bacon, egg, sausage and milk baked into a bread batter. Hearty pub fare long associated with the county around Wokingham.
A soft, bloomy-rind cow's milk cheese from nearby Riseley in Berkshire. It is one of the area's best-known artisan foods and often served on local cheese boards.
Traditional English pork sausages commonly served with mash and onion gravy in Berkshire pubs. A staple comfort dish locals still eat regularly.
Refined modern British dining in a stylish country-house setting. Known for tasting menus, polished service, and a destination reputation.
Popular modern Indian restaurant in central Wokingham with a polished room and well-regarded regional dishes and curries.
Traditional pub by the river in Sonning serving British classics, Sunday roasts, and cask ales in a historic setting near Wokingham.
Moderate for England: dining and hotels cost more than smaller towns, but transit and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Wokingham Railway Station -> Wokingham Market Place
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Wokingham 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 Wokingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Reading to Wokingham trains use the Reading to Wokingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Wokingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Reading.
ATMs are available at Reading.
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Reading West.
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
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.
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading Green Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading Green Park.
Wokingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Wokingham.
Wi-Fi is available at Wokingham.
Ticket office support is available at Wokingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wokingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Wokingham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wokingham: 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. 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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