The cheapest and fastest trains from Ascot station (ACT) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ascot station (ACT) to Reading station (RDG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ascot station (ACT) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ascot station (ACT) for Reading station (RDG) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ascot station (ACT) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ascot station (ACT) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 21 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£10 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ascot station (ACT) to Reading station (RDG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Ascot station (ACT) to Reading station (RDG) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:20 Ascot station (ACT) | 0h28 | 06:48 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:44 Ascot station (ACT) | 0h31 | 11:15 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ascot station (ACT) to Reading station (RDG)
Trains from Ascot station (ACT) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 10:44. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 28m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 06:20 |
Last train 10:44 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Ascot station (ACT) to Reading station (RDG) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Ascot station (ACT) and Reading station (RDG) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ascot station (ACT) to Reading station (RDG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ascot station (ACT) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ascot station (ACT) and Reading station (RDG)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Level access to Platform 1. Lifts to all other platforms. Step-free access is only available from the main entrance. From the subway entrance on the south side, access to all platforms is via steps only.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the main station building.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - Barrier Pass Required
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park off Station Hill (A330)
- 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
