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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Reading
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Reading will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 3 trains that leave Swansea for Reading on Sun, Jun 21, 3 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 206 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.
6:55 AM2h30Swansea9:25 AMReading$811One-way0 transfers- 8:35 AM2h42Swansea11:17 AMReading$821One-way0 transfers
- 9:22 AM2h22Swansea11:44 AMReading$821One-way0 transfers
- 9:22 AM2h22Swansea11:44 AMReading$821One-way0 transfers
- 6:55 AM2h30Swansea9:25 AMReading$811One-way0 transfers
- 8:35 AM2h42Swansea11:17 AMReading$821One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Swansea to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $60.
Distance: 128 miles (206 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$75 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Swansea to Reading:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Reading costing on average $75 (€62).
Other travel options to Reading take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 5m.
You'll arrive about 22m sooner (2h 28m by train vs 2h 50m by car). Tickets start at around $75 (€62) compared to roughly $53 (€43) 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, 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
Swansea to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Reading 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:23 AM Swansea | 2h23 | 11:46 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:24 PM Swansea | 2h22 | 2:46 PM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 6:55 AM Swansea | 2h30 | 9:25 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Reading run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (206 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 128 miles (206 km) |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 3:38 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Swansea to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Reading from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Trains from Swansea to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Reading 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 Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swansea to Reading
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
- Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: on concourse
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental- 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
AccessibilityParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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.
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