The cheapest and fastest trains from Earley station (EAR) to Reading station (RDG)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
7 m
Average duration
7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
4 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Earley station (EAR) 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 Earley station (EAR) to Reading station (RDG) will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Earley station (EAR) for Reading station (RDG) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 4 km distance in an average of 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 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.
7:360h07Earley station (EAR)7:43Reading station (RDG)£41One-way0 changes
7:360h07Earley station (EAR)7:43Reading station (RDG)£41One-way0 changes
Live departures
Earley station (EAR) to Reading station (RDG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Earley station (EAR) to Reading station (RDG) trains for today, Friday 10 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:08 Earley station (EAR) | 0h05 | 6:13 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:42 Earley station (EAR) | 0h05 | 6:47 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:05 Earley station (EAR) | 0h05 | 7:10 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:36 Earley station (EAR) | 0h06 | 7:42 Reading station (RDG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Earley station (EAR) to Reading station (RDG)
Trains from Earley station (EAR) to Reading station (RDG) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:58, the last at 12:07. The fastest train covers the 4 km distance in 5m.
Distance 4 km |
Average train duration 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 5m |
First train 9:58 |
Last train 12:07 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Earley station (EAR) to Reading station (RDG) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Earley station (EAR) and Reading station (RDG) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Earley station (EAR) to Reading station (RDG) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Earley station (EAR) 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 Earley station (EAR) and Reading station (RDG)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 13:30 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards London). Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Reading)
- 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 1.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting room located in the booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wokingham Road (A329) Bus Stops
- 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
