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Reading Museum
Museum on Reading’s history, Huntley & Palmers and local archaeology, housed in the Victorian Town Hall near the abbey quarter.
Trains from Feltham to Reading Festival run on average 7 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 48m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 0:28 |
Last train 22:54 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Museum on Reading’s history, Huntley & Palmers and local archaeology, housed in the Victorian Town Hall near the abbey quarter.
Riverside gallery focused on modern and contemporary art, with changing exhibitions in a converted waterworks by the River Kennet.
Specialist university museum exploring farming, countryside life and rural change. Its collections and displays are engaging and distinctive.
Central formal gardens beside the abbey ruins and museum. Popular for walks, monuments and relaxing close to Reading’s historic core.
Attractive stretch along the River Thames with boat activity, open views and a pleasant path linking Reading and Caversham.
Busy pedestrianised shopping street with historic frontages and easy access to the station, market routes and town-centre sights.
Berkshire pork sausages are a traditional county staple, prized for well-seasoned local pork and long ties to pub and market cooking in the area.
A full English breakfast is a classic festival and pub favourite, usually with sausages, bacon, eggs, beans, mushrooms and toast.
Fish and chips is a much-loved British staple of battered fish with chips, commonly eaten as a hearty casual meal across Berkshire.
Well-known Reading restaurant for Thai dishes and cocktails, with a stylish modern dining room suited to groups and evening meals.
Lively riverside chain venue known for burgers, brunch and beers, popular for relaxed pre-festival meals near central Reading.
Reliable Brazilian rodizio restaurant serving grilled meats and salads in a busy, casual setting close to Reading station.
Reading Festival is pricier than many UK city breaks, with high event-time accommodation and drinks, while casual food and local rail fares are typical for southern England.
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise round up or leave 10% for good service. Taxis: round up. Cafes: tipping is optional, small change appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Feltham to Reading Festival 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 Festival, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Feltham to Reading Festival trains use the Feltham to station pair. Use this guide to compare Feltham and Reading Festival train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Feltham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Feltham.
Wi-Fi is available at Feltham. ATMs are available at Feltham.
Ticket office support is available at Feltham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Feltham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Feltham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Feltham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Nearby hotels include My Hotel.
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