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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$17
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$25
Fastest journey on Sep 19
28 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
30 m
Trains on Sep 19
36
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 36 trains from West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG), including 35 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 32 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.
C371583:39 PM0h33West Drayton station (WDT)4:12 PMReading station (RDG)$171One-way0 transfers- C372673:09 PM0h33West Drayton station (WDT)3:42 PMReading station (RDG)$171One-way0 transfers
C482603:56 AM0h28West Drayton station (WDT)4:24 AMReading station (RDG)$261One-way0 transfers- C371856:38 AM0h32West Drayton station (WDT)7:10 AMReading station (RDG)$261One-way0 transfers
- C371628:39 PM0h33West Drayton station (WDT)9:12 PMReading station (RDG)$261One-way0 transfers
- C482603:56 AM0h28West Drayton station (WDT)4:24 AMReading station (RDG)$261One-way0 transfers
- C482672:06 AM0h28West Drayton station (WDT)2:34 AMReading station (RDG)$261One-way0 transfers
- C372539:41 AM0h31West Drayton station (WDT)10:12 AMReading station (RDG)$261One-way0 transfers
- C371856:38 AM0h32West Drayton station (WDT)7:10 AMReading station (RDG)$261One-way0 transfers
- C371749:09 PM0h32West Drayton station (WDT)9:41 PMReading station (RDG)$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, while a bus costs an average of $39.
Distance: 21 miles (35 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG):
A train is $12 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG) costing on average $39.
Other travel options to Reading station (RDG) take longer:
Bus takes on average 54m.
The journey is about 10m faster (32m by train vs 42m by car) and roughly $1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($26 vs $28). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Elizabeth line, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG) train times
The table below shows live departures for West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C37086+W34937 | On time 12:10 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 1h04 | 1:14 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G15467 | On time 1:10 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h35 | 1:45 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C48267 | On time 2:06 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h28 | 2:34 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C48260 | 3:56 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h28 | 4:24 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37167 | 5:38 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h34 | 6:12 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37177 | 6:08 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h34 | 6:42 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37185 | 6:38 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h32 | 7:10 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37196 | 7:08 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 7:41 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37207 | 7:39 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h32 | 8:11 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37218 | 8:09 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h32 | 8:41 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37232 | 8:38 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 9:11 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37243 | 9:08 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 9:41 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37253 | 9:41 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h31 | 10:12 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37264 | 10:08 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 10:41 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37157 | 10:39 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h32 | 11:11 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37169 | 11:09 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h32 | 11:41 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37184 | 11:39 AM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h32 | 12:11 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37195 | 12:09 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 12:42 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37208 | 12:39 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 1:12 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37222 | 1:09 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 1:42 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37234 | 1:39 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 2:12 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37245 | 2:09 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 2:42 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37257 | 2:39 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 3:12 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37267 | 3:09 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 3:42 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37158 | 3:39 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 4:12 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37170 | 4:09 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 4:42 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37186 | 4:39 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 5:12 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37197 | 5:09 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 5:42 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37211 | 5:39 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 6:12 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37224 | 6:09 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 6:42 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37235 | 6:39 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 7:12 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37247 | 7:09 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 7:42 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37258 | 7:39 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 8:12 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37269 | 8:09 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 8:42 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37162 | 8:39 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h33 | 9:12 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C37174 | 9:09 PM West Drayton station (WDT) | 0h32 | 9:41 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG)
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Trains from West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 but you can travel from only $14 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:38, the last at 08:39. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (35 km) distance in 21m.
Distance 21 miles (35 km) |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 8:38 AM |
Last train 8:39 AM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway from West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG) trainsElizabeth line, Great Western Railway trains will get you between West Drayton station (WDT) and Reading station (RDG) from $14. 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 West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG) 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 station (RDG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG)
Most West Drayton station (WDT) to Reading station (RDG) trains use the West Drayton to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare West Drayton station (WDT) and Reading station (RDG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to West Drayton from West Drayton city centre
West Drayton is 1 km from West Drayton city centre. Public transport options include:
West Drayton train station facilities and services
West Drayton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at West Drayton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at West Drayton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West Drayton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at West Drayton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Drayton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step free access to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. There is no step free access to platform 1. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located in the ticket hall on Station Approach, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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