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The cheapest and fastest trains from Baldock to Reading
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
80 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Baldock to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Baldock to Reading will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Fast trains
To travel from Baldock to Reading you need to make at least one change.
18:471h53
Baldock20:40Reading
£601One-way
1 change
19:171h54
Baldock21:11Reading
£601One-way
1 change
20:171h53
Baldock22:10Reading
£601One-way
1 change
21:171h53
Baldock23:10Reading
£601One-way
1 change
22:178h53
Baldock07:10Reading
£601One-way
1 change
18:471h53
Baldock20:40Reading
£601One-way
1 change
20:171h53
Baldock22:10Reading
£601One-way
1 change
21:171h53
Baldock23:10Reading
£601One-way
1 change
19:171h54
Baldock21:11Reading
£601One-way
1 change
20:242h16
Baldock22:40Reading
£611One-way
2 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Baldock to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Baldock to Reading run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 01:15 |
Last train 05:48 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern from Baldock to Reading trainsThameslink, Great Northern trains will get you between Baldock and Reading from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 53m
Cheapest Price
£60
Thameslink frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£51
Great Northern frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Baldock to Reading train
FAQs: Travel by train from Baldock 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 Baldock to Reading.
Booking trains from Baldock to Reading in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Baldock to Reading can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £60.
The cheapest way to get from Baldock to Reading is by train, costing approximately £51.
The train station in Baldock that goes to Reading is Baldock station (BDK), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Baldock to Reading.
Yes, you can take the train from Baldock to Reading.
To travel from Baldock to Reading, you can take a train.
The train distance from Baldock to Reading is 80 km.
The train journey from Baldock to Reading covers a distance of 80 km and takes approximately 1h 53m. Trains run 9 per day.
The first train from Baldock to Reading leaves at 1:15.
The last train from Baldock to Reading departs at 5:48.
Trains from Baldock to Reading run approximately 9 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Baldock to Reading.
There is no night train service from Baldock to Reading.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Baldock and Reading
Baldock
Reading
The major train station for departures in Baldock is Baldock. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Baldock for your trip from Baldock to Reading.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 13:10 Saturday 08:00 - 14:25 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is in front of the station next to the ticket machines. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself 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: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on Platform 1
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Reading is Reading. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Reading for your journey to Reading from Baldock.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Parking
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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