The cheapest and fastest trains from Cosham station (CSA) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cosham station (CSA) 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 Cosham station (CSA) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cosham station (CSA) for Reading station (RDG) 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 69 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 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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 for Cosham station (CSA) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cosham station (CSA) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 69 km
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Most popular Train | Ferry |
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£35 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cosham station (CSA) to Reading station (RDG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cosham station (CSA) to Reading station (RDG) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:39 Cosham station (CSA) | 1h29 | 10:08 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cosham station (CSA) to Reading station (RDG)
Trains from Cosham station (CSA) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 09:13, the last at 10:13. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 09:13 |
Last train 10:13 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Southern from Cosham station (CSA) to Reading station (RDG) trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Southern trains will get you between Cosham station (CSA) and Reading station (RDG) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cosham station (CSA) to Reading station (RDG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cosham station (CSA) 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 Cosham station (CSA) and Reading station (RDG)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:45 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth / Havant) from the station forecourt (via side entrance). Step-free access to Platform 1 (towards Fareham / Southampton) is via short ramp (1:11, 13m long) from street. Access between platforms is via level crossing (typically 100m). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside Station in High Street before Level Crossing
- 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
