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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby station (DBY) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£105
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 28 m
Trains on 17 Sept
11
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby station (DBY) 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 Derby station (DBY) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 11 trains from Derby station (DBY) to Reading station (RDG), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 44 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.
G0118010:552h11Derby station (DBY)13:06Reading station (RDG)£311One-way0 changes- G0118412:552h11Derby station (DBY)15:06Reading station (RDG)£461One-way0 changes
- G01140 · G011789:312h34Derby station (DBY)12:05Reading station (RDG)£1091One-way1 change
- G01101 · G010099:412h56Derby station (DBY)12:37Reading station (RDG)£1091One-way1 change
- G01107 · G0101811:383h04Derby station (DBY)14:42Reading station (RDG)£1091One-way1 change
- G0118010:552h11Derby station (DBY)13:06Reading station (RDG)£311One-way0 changes
- G0118412:552h11Derby station (DBY)15:06Reading station (RDG)£461One-way0 changes
- G01140 · G011789:312h34Derby station (DBY)12:05Reading station (RDG)£1091One-way1 change
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Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington10:082h38Derby station (DBY)12:46Reading station (RDG)£1161One-way2 changes- W70793+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+G1496412:092h44Derby station (DBY)14:53Reading station (RDG)£1161One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Derby station (DBY) to Reading station (RDG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby station (DBY) to Reading station (RDG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £77 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £77, while a train costs an average of £116.
Distance: 166 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£116 Average Price | £77 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby station (DBY) to Reading station (RDG):
A coach is £39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby station (DBY) to Reading station (RDG) costing on average £116.
Other travel options to Reading station (RDG) take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 2m.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (2h 14m by train vs 2h 41m by car). Tickets start at around £116 compared to roughly £34 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 CrossCountry.
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.
Live departures
Derby station (DBY) to Reading station (RDG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby station (DBY) to Reading station (RDG) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01186 | On time 15:57 Derby station (DBY) | 2h14 | 18:11 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21666+W35082+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | On time 16:08 Derby station (DBY) | 2h49 | 18:57 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| W29937 | On time 16:53 Derby station (DBY) | 2h12 | 19:05 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70818+G14969+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | On time 17:08 Derby station (DBY) | 2h45 | 19:53 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| G01188 | On time 17:53 Derby station (DBY) | 2h15 | 20:08 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70775+G14958+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | 9:08 Derby station (DBY) | 2h45 | 11:53 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| G01140 · G01178 | 9:31 Derby station (DBY) | 2h34 | 12:05 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
| G01101 · G01009 | 9:41 Derby station (DBY) | 2h56 | 12:37 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
| W70781+W34884+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | 10:08 Derby station (DBY) | 2h38 | 12:46 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| G01180 | 10:55 Derby station (DBY) | 2h11 | 13:06 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21659+G14962+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | 11:08 Derby station (DBY) | 2h45 | 13:53 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| C21654+G14963+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | 11:32 Derby station (DBY) | 2h51 | 14:23 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| G01107 · G01018 | 11:38 Derby station (DBY) | 3h04 | 14:42 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
| W70793+G14964+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | 12:09 Derby station (DBY) | 2h44 | 14:53 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
| G01184 | 12:55 Derby station (DBY) | 2h11 | 15:06 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W70799+G14965+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | 13:08 Derby station (DBY) | 2h45 | 15:53 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby station (DBY) to Reading station (RDG)
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Trains from Derby station (DBY) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 16:53. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 16:53 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway from Derby station (DBY) to Reading station (RDG) trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Derby station (DBY) and Reading station (RDG) from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby station (DBY) to Reading station (RDG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby station (DBY) 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 Derby station (DBY) and Reading station (RDG)
Most Derby station (DBY) to Reading station (RDG) trains use the Derby to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby station (DBY) and Reading station (RDG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: 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.
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