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Compare bus and train for Watford to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €45, while a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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€45 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Tickets start at around €45 compared to roughly €11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-34.02. The journey takes 1h 22m versus 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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FAQs: Travel from Watford to Reading
Travel to Reading easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Watford to Reading.

- Around 20 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Watford and Reading as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Watford Junction (WFJ) and arrive in Reading station (RDG).
- Travel with London Overground, West Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway to go to Reading by train.
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