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4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Reading
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Reading will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 12 trains that leave Bristol for Reading on Sat, Jun 20, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.
W344688:00 AM1h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:09 AMReading station (RDG)$291One-way0 transfers- C421478:58 AM1h12Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:10 AMReading station (RDG)$291One-way0 transfers
- W344708:30 AM1h10Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:40 AMReading station (RDG)$291One-way0 transfers
- W344637:00 AM1h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:09 AMReading station (RDG)$291One-way0 transfers
- W344616:30 AM1h11Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)7:41 AMReading station (RDG)$291One-way0 transfers
- W344688:00 AM1h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:09 AMReading station (RDG)$291One-way0 transfers
- W344637:00 AM1h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:09 AMReading station (RDG)$291One-way0 transfers
- C42462 · W351728:38 AM1h10Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:48 AMReading station (RDG)$551One-way1 transfer
- W344708:30 AM1h10Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:40 AMReading station (RDG)$291One-way0 transfers
- W344596:00 AM1h10Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)7:10 AMReading station (RDG)$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Bristol to Reading:
A train is $15 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bristol to Reading costing on average $70 (€58).
Other travel options to Reading take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 20m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (1h 10m by train vs 1h 29m by car). Tickets start at around $56 (€46) compared to roughly $41 (€34) 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 (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
Bristol to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Reading trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G14897 | On time 8:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h10 | 9:10 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 G66721+W35169 | On time 8:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h16 | 9:17 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G14898 | On time 8:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h09 | 9:39 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01062+G15041 | On time 8:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h16 | 9:49 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G00854+G15042 | On time 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h08 | 10:08 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| W34472 | On time 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h15 | 10:15 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15062 · W35223 | On time 9:08 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h25 | 10:33 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G14899 | On time 9:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h09 | 10:39 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01064+W35432 | On time 9:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h17 | 10:50 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| W34477 | On time 10:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h07 | 11:07 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14900 | On time 10:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h10 | 11:40 AM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00869_G01067+W35178 | On time 10:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h12 | 11:45 AM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G14901 | On time 11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h07 | 12:07 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15066 · W35227 | On time 11:18 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h15 | 12:33 PM Reading station (RDG) | 1 transfer | |
| G14902 | On time 11:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h10 | 12:40 PM Reading station (RDG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Reading run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (113 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Reading from $11 (€9). 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 Bristol to Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Reading
Most Bristol to Reading trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Reading station pair, with some services arriving at Reading West. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, 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: Yes.
Which Reading station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
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 Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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.
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