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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ash to Reading
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ash to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ash to Reading will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 5 trains that leave Ash for Reading every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 35 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 Ash to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ash to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 29 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£13 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ash to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Ash to Reading trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 06:15 Ash | 0h36 | 06:51 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:57 Ash | 0h36 | 07:33 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:37 Ash | 0h38 | 08:15 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:56 Ash | 0h36 | 08:32 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:25 Ash | 0h36 | 09:01 Reading | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ash to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ash to Reading run on average 4 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 35m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 04:32 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Ash to Reading trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Ash and Reading from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ash to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ash 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ash and Reading
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 11:45 Saturday 06:40 - 11:45 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Guildford). Short ramp (gradient approx. 1:8, sharp turn that might cause difficulties to some wheelchair/mobility scooter users) to Platform 2 (for trains towards Ascot). Access between platforms via level crossing only (full barrier) approximately 85m.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Guildford Road (A323) - Aldershot side of Level Crossing
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Bike RentalCar Rental- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
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