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Reading Museum
Reading’s main museum explores local history, archaeology, and art. Best known for the Victorian copy of the Bayeux Tapestry.
Cheapest price on 11 Oct
£20
Average ticket price on 11 Oct
£20
Fastest journey on 11 Oct
42 m
Average journey duration on 11 Oct
42 m
Trains on 11 Oct
33
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Egham to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Egham to Reading will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Sun 11 Oct, we found 33 trains from Egham to Reading, including 33 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 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.










Trains from Egham to Reading run on average 6 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 44m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:57 |
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The table below shows live departures for Egham to Reading trains for today, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SW351000 · L80621 | 8:48 Egham station (EGH) | 1h18 | 10:06 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
SW350900 · L80630 | 9:18 Egham station (EGH) | 1h20 | 10:38 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
SW350800 · L80639 | 9:48 Egham station (EGH) | 1h17 | 11:05 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
SW350700 · L80649 | 10:18 Egham station (EGH) | 1h20 | 11:38 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
SW350600 · L80658 | 10:48 Egham station (EGH) | 1h17 | 12:05 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change |
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Reading’s main museum explores local history, archaeology, and art. Best known for the Victorian copy of the Bayeux Tapestry.
Small museum beside the abbey ruins with exhibits on Reading’s medieval abbey. Good for context before walking the historic quarter.
University museum covering farming, countryside life, and design. Engaging displays make it a distinctive and family-friendly visit.
Large riverside park with formal gardens, open lawns, and abbey remains. Ideal for relaxing walks close to the town centre.
Traffic-free shopping street at the heart of Reading. A practical and lively route linking major shops, historic lanes, and public spaces.
Riverside walking area along the Thames near Caversham Bridge. Visit for benches, water views, and an easy stroll near the centre.
Berkshire pork sausages are a long-standing county staple, prized for well-seasoned local pork and often served with mash in traditional pubs.
Spotted dick is a classic steamed suet pudding with dried fruit, commonly served with custard and strongly associated with traditional English cooking.
Summer pudding is a Berkshire favourite in berry season, made by lining bread with soft fruit and juice for a bright, old-fashioned local dessert.
Refined modern British dining in elegant surroundings, known for carefully plated tasting-style dishes and polished service.
Traditional pub by the Thames serving British classics, Sunday roasts and local drinks in a relaxed historic setting.
Popular central Reading restaurant specialising in well-cooked steaks, grills and hearty sides in a lively contemporary space.
Moderate for England: hotels are often cheaper than London, but dining, drinks and rail fares still add up for visitors.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Egham 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.

Most Egham to Reading trains use the Egham to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Egham and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Egham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Egham.
Wi-Fi is available at Egham. ATMs are available at Egham.
Ticket office support is available at Egham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Egham: Parking, WC.
Available at Egham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Egham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London). Step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Reading) via separate entrance and short ramp at approx gradient of 1:20. Step-free access between platforms via street and level crossing with full barriers approximately 50m. 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options are available at Reading.
ATMs are available at Reading.
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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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