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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Reading
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Reading will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bath for Reading every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 57 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.
12:430h58Bath13:41Reading£211One-way0 changes- 16:450h56Bath17:41Reading£321One-way0 changes
- 10:430h57Bath11:40Reading£321One-way0 changes
- 9:430h57Bath10:40Reading£351One-way0 changes
- 15:430h57Bath16:40Reading£361One-way0 changes
- 8:440h55Bath9:39Reading£461One-way0 changes
- 16:450h56Bath17:41Reading£321One-way0 changes
- 15:430h57Bath16:40Reading£361One-way0 changes
- 10:430h57Bath11:40Reading£321One-way0 changes
- 9:430h57Bath10:40Reading£351One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bath to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath 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 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 97 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£34 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bath to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Reading trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G14908 | On time 16:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0h58 | 17:11 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34510 | On time 16:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0h54 | 17:37 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34513 | On time 17:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0h58 | 18:11 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15078 · W35435 | On time 17:29 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h01 | 18:30 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
| G14909 | On time 17:45 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0h56 | 18:41 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14910 | On time 18:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0h58 | 19:11 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34519 | On time 18:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0h58 | 19:41 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14911 | On time 19:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0h59 | 20:12 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15082 · G15050 | On time 19:29 Bath Spa (BTH) | 1h05 | 20:34 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
| W34523 | On time 19:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0h58 | 20:41 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14912 | On time 20:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 0h58 | 21:11 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 10 July | |||||
| 8:44 Bath | 0h55 | 9:39 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:43 Bath | 0h57 | 10:40 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:43 Bath | 0h57 | 11:40 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:43 Bath | 0h58 | 13:41 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bath to Reading run on average 8 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 54m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bath to Reading trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bath 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: Bath to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath 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 Bath and Reading
Most Bath to Reading trains use the Bath Spa to Reading station pair, with some services arriving at Reading Green Park. Use this guide to compare Bath and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bath Spa train station facilities and services
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Getting to Oldfield Park from Bath city centre
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park train station facilities and services
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. 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 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.
Which Reading station do trains from Bath arrive at?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Reading Green Park from Reading city centre
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading Green Park train station facilities and services
Reading Green Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading Green Park.
Getting to Tilehurst from Reading city centre
Tilehurst is 4 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Tilehurst train station facilities and services
Tilehurst has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tilehurst.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Tilehurst.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tilehurst.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tilehurst: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tilehurst: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tilehurst: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C - This station does not have step free access to operational platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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