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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to Reading
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Reading will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cheltenham for Reading every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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 Cheltenham to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 26m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 91 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£53 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cheltenham to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Reading trains for tomorrow, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:53 Cheltenham | 1h33 | 06:26 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:26 Cheltenham | 1h42 | 09:08 Reading | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Reading
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Trains from Cheltenham to Reading run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 04:33 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Cheltenham to Reading trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Cheltenham and Reading from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cheltenham to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham and Reading
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car 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
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 12:55 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2/3
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent entrance to station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses starting/terminate at Tilehurst: Station forecourt All other buses: A329 Oxford Road bus stops near the station
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