Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG)

Showing times and prices for 19 Jul

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

1 h 4 m

Average duration

1 h 7 m

Trains per day

22

Distance

112 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.

Fast trains

Of the 22 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Reading station (RDG) every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.

  • Great Western RailwayW34492
    14:001h09
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    15:09Reading station (RDG)
    £401One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC01232
    10:001h11
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    11:11Reading station (RDG)
    £401One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC00669
    7:451h09
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    8:54Reading station (RDG)
    £401One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC01231
    9:001h08
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:08Reading station (RDG)
    £401One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC00698
    11:001h09
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    12:09Reading station (RDG)
    £401One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £7.

Distance: 112 km

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Coach

£34

Average Price

Cheapest

£36

Average Price

1h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 9m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 5m

Average total duration

1h 35m

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30m

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Live departures

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) trains for today, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayC42149
On time
10:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h10
11:40 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34484
On time
11:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h10
12:10 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34486
On time
11:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h11
12:41 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42150
On time
12:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h10
13:10 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42314 · W35230
On time
12:13 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h21
13:34 Reading station (RDG)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34491
On time
12:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h11
13:41 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34494
On time
13:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h10
14:10 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34497
On time
13:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h11
14:41 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34499
On time
14:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h10
15:10 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42318 · C42301
On time
14:13 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h21
15:34 Reading station (RDG)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34501
On time
14:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h11
15:41 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42152
On time
15:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h10
16:10 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayV01096
On time
15:19 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h13
16:32 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34506
On time
15:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h11
16:41 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42153
On time
16:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h10
17:10 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42323 · W35238
On time
16:13 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h21
17:34 Reading station (RDG)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC42154
On time
16:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h11
17:41 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34514
On time
17:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h10
18:10 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34516
On time
17:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h11
18:41 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34518
On time
18:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h10
19:10 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34520
On time
18:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h11
19:41 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34522
On time
19:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h10
20:10 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42155
On time
19:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h10
20:40 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42156
On time
20:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h10
21:10 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42331 · W35245
On time
20:17 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h17
21:34 Reading station (RDG)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC42718 · C42297
On time
20:37 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h42
22:19 Reading station (RDG)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34529
On time
22:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h11
23:11 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC42157
On time
22:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h15
23:45 Reading station (RDG)
0 changesdirect
Sunday 19 July
Great Western RailwayC006697:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h09
8:54 Reading station (RDG)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC012319:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h08
10:08 Reading station (RDG)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC50038+CrossCountryG010669:15 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h39
10:54 Reading station (RDG)1 change
Great Western RailwayC0123210:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h11
11:11 Reading station (RDG)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG)

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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 59m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance
112 km
Average train duration
1h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
59m
First train
3:53
Last train
22:00
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Reading station (RDG) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
59m
Cheapest Price
£17
Great Western Railway frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£71
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) 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 station (RDG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £34.
The train journey from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) covers a distance of 112 km and takes approximately 59m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) is 112 km.
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) leaves at 3:53.
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) departs at 22:00.
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG).
Yes, there is a direct train between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Reading station (RDG). The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading offers a mix of urban and countryside views, passing through the scenic landscapes of the Avon Valley and the historic town of Bath, providing a pleasant travel experience.
Yes, a day trip from Bristol Temple Meads to Reading is feasible as the journey takes 59m and trains run 8 times per day over a distance of 112 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG).

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Reading station (RDG)

Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Reading station (RDG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Reading
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min

Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services

Bristol Temple Meads 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: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.

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