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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brentwood to Reading
Showing times and prices for 13 Nov
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
90 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brentwood to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brentwood to Reading will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Fast trains
To travel from Brentwood to Reading you need to make at least one change.
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05:281h23
Brentwood06:51Reading
£561One-way
1 change
05:521h19
Brentwood07:11Reading
£561One-way
1 change
06:001h23
Brentwood07:23Reading
£561One-way
1 change
06:061h19
Brentwood07:25Reading
£561One-way
1 change
06:121h25
Brentwood07:37Reading
£561One-way
1 change
05:521h19
Brentwood07:11Reading
£561One-way
1 change
06:061h19
Brentwood07:25Reading
£561One-way
1 change
06:241h19
Brentwood07:43Reading
£561One-way
1 change
09:371h19
Brentwood10:56Reading
£561One-way
1 change
09:521h19
Brentwood11:11Reading
£561One-way
1 change
Live departures
Brentwood to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Brentwood to Reading trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 08:06
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:28 Brentwood | 1h23 | 06:51 Reading | 1 change | |
| 05:52 Brentwood | 1h19 | 07:11 Reading | 1 change | |
| 06:00 Brentwood | 1h23 | 07:23 Reading | 1 change | |
| 06:06 Brentwood | 1h19 | 07:25 Reading | 1 change | |
| 06:12 Brentwood | 1h25 | 07:37 Reading | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brentwood to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brentwood to Reading run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 90 km distance in 1h 31m.
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 90 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 01:15 |
Last train 23:12 |
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: Tfl Rail, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from Brentwood to Reading trainsTfl Rail, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between Brentwood and Reading from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Tfl Rail
About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 31m
Cheapest Price
£42
Tfl Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Family area
Elizabeth Line (TfL)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Price
£56
Elizabeth Line (TfL) frequency
50 a day
FAQs: Brentwood to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brentwood 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.
To fully explore Reading's attractions, two to three days are ideal.
Booking trains from Brentwood to Reading in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Brentwood to Reading is 90 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Brentwood to Reading can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £41, while the average price tends to be around £41.
The train journey from Brentwood to Reading covers a distance of 90 km and takes approximately 1h 31m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Brentwood to Reading is by train, costing approximately £41.
The train station in Brentwood that goes to Reading is Brentwood station (BRE), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
The first train from Brentwood to Reading leaves at 1:15.
The last train from Brentwood to Reading departs at 23:12.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brentwood to Reading.
Trains from Brentwood to Reading run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Brentwood to Reading.
To travel from Brentwood to Reading, you can take a train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brentwood to Reading.
There is no night train service from Brentwood to Reading.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brentwood and Reading
Brentwood
Reading
The major train station for departures in Brentwood is Brentwood. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brentwood for your trip from Brentwood to Reading.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent located at the top of the staircase to platform 1
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category B3. This station has step-free access to some platforms. It is step-free from the booking hall via lifts to Platforms 1, 2 and 3. Access to Platform 4 through Alexandra Road car park entrance via a high gradient road. Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the ticket hall on Warley Hill and inside the station entrance on platform 4 The Parade.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 3&4 Baby change facilities are available within the accessible toilets on platforms 3&4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are located on both Platform 3 and Platform 4. There is one step to access the waiting room on platform 4. Access to the waiting room on platform 3 is step free. Both waiting rooms are open from first train to last.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alexandra Road car park and limited spaces on Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Brentwood
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services depart from: Alexandra Road for both Westbound and Eastbound services Click here for map
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on Platform 3/4 and Platform 5.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Shenfield
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt unless otherwise indicated.
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 Brentwood.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket 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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