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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sway to Reading
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
1 h 43 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sway to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sway to Reading will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sway for Reading on Sat, Dec 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 13 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
On Sat, Dec 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 43 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 train and bus for Sway to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sway to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €35, and a bus costs an average of €47.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€43 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sway to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Sway to Reading trains for today, Friday, December 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 L48596+C23397 | On time 10:24 AM Sway station (SWY) | 1h42 | 12:06 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| L48602+C23404 | On time 11:24 AM Sway station (SWY) | 1h42 | 1:06 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, December 13 | |||||
| 9:24 AM Sway | 1h43 | 11:07 AM Reading | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sway to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sway to Reading run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 17:52. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 05:44 |
Last train 17:52 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Sway to Reading trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Sway and Reading from $43 (€35). 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 Sway to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sway 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 Sway to Reading
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 10:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has level access from the main entrance to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). There is level access from the car park to Platform 2 (for trains towards Bournemouth/ Weymouth) via a separate entrance. The step-free route between platforms is approximately 300m via the street (please note the station access road on the Platform 2 side has no pavement).
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Toilets are only available when the ticket office is open.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 1
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Station Road by Railway Bridge opposite Bus Stop To Brockenhurst: Station Road Bus Stop by Railway Bridge
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- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost 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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