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Reading Museum
Museum on Reading’s history, Huntley & Palmers and local archaeology, housed in the Victorian Town Hall near the abbey quarter.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Reading Festival
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£40
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£40
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 9 m
Trains on 20 Sept
17
Distance
112 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Reading Festival is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Reading Festival will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Fast trains
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 17 trains from Bristol to Reading Festival, including 4 direct services.
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 8 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.
C01232 · C4821510:001h29Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:29Tilehurst (TLH)£401One-way1 change- C3296011:001h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:09Reading station (RDG)£401One-way0 changes
- C0123210:001h11Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:11Reading station (RDG)£401One-way0 changes
- C01231 · C333269:001h29Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:29Tilehurst (TLH)£401One-way1 change
- C006697:451h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:54Reading station (RDG)£401One-way0 changes
- C012319:001h08Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:08Reading station (RDG)£401One-way0 changes
- C3296011:001h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:09Reading station (RDG)£401One-way0 changes
- C006697:451h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:54Reading station (RDG)£401One-way0 changes
G01066+C500389:151h10Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:25Reading station (RDG)£411One-way1 change- C0123210:001h11Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:11Reading station (RDG)£401One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bristol to Reading Festival
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Reading Festival among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 112 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£58 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Reading Festival is a coach with an average price of £15.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Reading Festival:
A coach is £43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Reading Festival costing on average £58.
The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Reading Festival is by train with an average journey time of 1h 8m.
Other travel options to Reading Festival take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 33m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Reading Festival including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (1h 8m by train vs 1h 27m by car). Tickets start at around £58 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Reading Festival
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Trains from Bristol to Reading Festival run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 57m.
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 £11
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 22:29 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
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 £11
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bristol to Reading Festival trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol and Reading Festival from £11. 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 Great Western Railway Duration
57m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£22
Great Western Railway frequency
12 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
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Things to do in Reading Festival
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- Must visit
The Museum of English Rural Life
Riverside gallery focused on modern and contemporary art, with changing exhibitions in a converted waterworks by the River Kennet.
- Recommended
The Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology
Specialist university museum exploring farming, countryside life and rural change. Its collections and displays are engaging and distinctive.
- Must visit
Forbury Gardens
Central formal gardens beside the abbey ruins and museum. Popular for walks, monuments and relaxing close to Reading’s historic core.
- Recommended
Thames Path at Caversham
Attractive stretch along the River Thames with boat activity, open views and a pleasant path linking Reading and Caversham.
- Recommended
Broad Street
Busy pedestrianised shopping street with historic frontages and easy access to the station, market routes and town-centre sights.
FAQs: Bristol to Reading Festival train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Reading Festival 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 Festival, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Reading Festival can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £58.
The train journey from Bristol to Reading Festival covers a distance of 112 km and takes approximately 57m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from Bristol to Reading Festival is 112 km.
The first train from Bristol to Reading Festival leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Bristol to Reading Festival departs at 22:29.
Trains from Bristol to Reading Festival run approximately 16 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Reading Festival.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bristol and Reading Festival. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway.
To get from Bristol to Reading Festival, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Reading Festival.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Reading Festival is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Reading station (RDG).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Reading Festival is by coach, costing approximately £11.
Booking trains from Bristol to Reading Festival 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 to Reading Festival offers a mix of urban and rural views, with stretches through the picturesque countryside of the Cotswolds, providing a pleasant and varied scenic experience.
Yes, a day trip from Bristol to Reading Festival is feasible, as the journey takes 57m and the distance is 112 km. Trains run frequently with 31 trips per day.
The Reading Festival typically lasts for three days, giving attendees the full festival experience over a long weekend.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Reading Festival.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Reading Festival
Most Bristol to Reading Festival trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Reading Festival 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 Festival
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
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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