How to travel from St Albans to Reading

You can travel between St Albans and Reading by .

The cheapest way to travel from St Albans to Reading is a train with an average price of €43.

The fastest way to travel from St Albans to Reading is by train with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to Reading take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 4m.

The distance from St Albans to Reading is approximately 34 miles (55 km).

The average frequency per day from St Albans to Reading is:

• Around 10 trains per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between St Albans and Reading as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from St Albans to Reading:

• Trains mostly depart from St Albans City (SAC) and arrive in Reading station (RDG).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from St Albans to Reading, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with National Express to go to Reading by bus.
• Travel with Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Tube, Elizabeth line to go to Reading by train.

Omio customers who travel from St Albans to Reading often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Paddington (PAD), Longford, Oxford, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Reading and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Reading to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore the main attractions and experience the cultural highlights of Reading.