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Reading Museum
Reading’s main museum explores local history, archaeology, and art. Best known for the Victorian copy of the Bayeux Tapestry.
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bagshot to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bagshot to Reading will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Bagshot to Reading you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bagshot to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. 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 £9, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 22 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£20 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Bagshot to Reading trains for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:53 Bagshot | 0h49 | 8:42 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:23 Bagshot | 0h49 | 9:12 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:53 Bagshot | 0h49 | 9:42 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:23 Bagshot | 0h47 | 10:10 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:53 Bagshot | 0h49 | 10:42 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:23 Bagshot | 0h49 | 11:12 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:53 Bagshot | 0h49 | 11:42 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:23 Bagshot | 0h47 | 12:10 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:53 Bagshot | 0h49 | 12:42 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:23 Bagshot | 0h47 | 13:10 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:53 Bagshot | 0h49 | 13:42 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:23 Bagshot | 0h49 | 14:12 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:53 Bagshot | 0h49 | 14:42 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:23 Bagshot | 0h48 | 15:11 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:53 Bagshot | 0h49 | 15:42 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:23 Bagshot | 0h47 | 16:10 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:53 Bagshot | 0h49 | 16:42 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:23 Bagshot | 0h49 | 17:12 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:53 Bagshot | 0h47 | 17:40 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:23 Bagshot | 0h49 | 18:12 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:53 Bagshot | 0h55 | 18:48 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:30 Bagshot | 0h42 | 19:12 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:01 Bagshot | 0h41 | 19:42 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:30 Bagshot | 0h42 | 20:12 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:01 Bagshot | 0h40 | 20:41 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:23 Bagshot | 0h49 | 21:12 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:53 Bagshot | 0h48 | 21:41 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:59 Bagshot | 1h34 | 22:33 Reading | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:53 Bagshot | 0h48 | 22:41 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:53 Bagshot | 0h47 | 23:40 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:23 Bagshot | 1h18 | 0:41 Reading | 1 change | |
| Thursday 6 August | |||||
![]() | 6:24 Bagshot | 0h46 | 7:10 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:52 Bagshot | 0h50 | 7:42 Reading | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:32 Bagshot | 0h38 | 8:10 Reading | 1 change | |
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Trains from Bagshot to Reading run on average 5 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 38m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 4:32 |
Last train 23:52 |
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Discover the best of Reading — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Reading trip today.
Reading’s main museum explores local history, archaeology, and art. Best known for the Victorian copy of the Bayeux Tapestry.
Small museum beside the abbey ruins with exhibits on Reading’s medieval abbey. Good for context before walking the historic quarter.
University museum covering farming, countryside life, and design. Engaging displays make it a distinctive and family-friendly visit.
Large riverside park with formal gardens, open lawns, and abbey remains. Ideal for relaxing walks close to the town centre.
Traffic-free shopping street at the heart of Reading. A practical and lively route linking major shops, historic lanes, and public spaces.
Riverside walking area along the Thames near Caversham Bridge. Visit for benches, water views, and an easy stroll near the centre.
Berkshire pork sausages are a long-standing county staple, prized for well-seasoned local pork and often served with mash in traditional pubs.
Spotted dick is a classic steamed suet pudding with dried fruit, commonly served with custard and strongly associated with traditional English cooking.
Summer pudding is a Berkshire favourite in berry season, made by lining bread with soft fruit and juice for a bright, old-fashioned local dessert.
Refined modern British dining in elegant surroundings, known for carefully plated tasting-style dishes and polished service.
Traditional pub by the Thames serving British classics, Sunday roasts and local drinks in a relaxed historic setting.
Popular central Reading restaurant specialising in well-cooked steaks, grills and hearty sides in a lively contemporary space.
Moderate for England: hotels are often cheaper than London, but dining, drinks and rail fares still add up for visitors.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Reading Station -> Reading Station, Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bagshot 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.

Most Bagshot to Reading trains use the Bagshot to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Bagshot and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bagshot has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bagshot.
ATMs are available at Bagshot.
Available at Bagshot: Parking.
Available at Bagshot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bagshot.
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
ATMs are available at Reading.
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: 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.
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