The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Reading
Cheapest price
£253
Average price
£261
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
637 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Reading will cost around £261 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £253.
To travel from Aberdeen to Reading you need to make at least 2 changes.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Aberdeen to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £73. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £73, and a train costs an average of £134.
Distance: 637 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£137 Average Price | £132 Average Price | £77 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 9m Average total duration 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 10m Average total duration 14h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberdeen to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Reading trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:47 Aberdeen | 8h00 | 17:47 Reading | 3 changes | |
![]() | 09:47 Aberdeen | 8h23 | 18:10 Reading | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:47 Aberdeen | 8h00 | 19:47 Reading | 3 changes | |
![]() | 11:47 Aberdeen | 8h23 | 20:10 Reading | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:47 Aberdeen | 7h55 | 21:42 Reading | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Reading
Trains from Aberdeen to Reading run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £134 but you can travel from only £73 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:54, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 637 km distance in 8h 43m.
Distance 637 km |
Average train duration 7h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £134 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 43m |
First train 03:54 |
Last train 22:26 |
Train companies: LNER from Aberdeen to Reading trainsLNER trains will get you between Aberdeen and Reading from £73. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen 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
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Reading
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- 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
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