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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
112 km
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 £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Reading station (RDG) every day 5 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 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.
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 coach with prices starting from £8. 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 coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 112 km
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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, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:07 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h16 | 07:23 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h15 | 08:45 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h11 | 16:11 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:08 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h10 | 16:18 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h11 | 19:44 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:23 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h08 | 05:31 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 £15 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 03:53 |
Last train 21:42 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Reading station (RDG) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Reading station (RDG) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Reading station (RDG)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
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- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- 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
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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