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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 12 Oct
£121
Average ticket price on 12 Oct
£139
Fastest journey on 12 Oct
6 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 12 Oct
6 h 41 m
Trains on 12 Oct
3
Distance
536 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Reading will cost around £139 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £121.
On Mon 12 Oct, we found 3 trains from Glasgow to Reading, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 536 km distance in an average of 6 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 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 Glasgow to Reading run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £41 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 536 km distance in 5h 9m.
Distance 536 km |
Average train duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 9m |
First train 2:24 |
Last train 23:40 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Reading trains for today, Sunday 11 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L87926+ G80066+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C33046 | On time 12:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h38 | 18:38 Reading station (RDG) | 3 changes | |
W33314+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ C50045 | On time 12:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h33 | 19:08 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
W33314 · W33219+ G01034 | On time 12:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h04 | 19:39 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
L87942+ G80072+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34728 | On time 13:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 6h23 | 19:23 Reading station (RDG) | 3 changes | |
W33275+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ C33204 | On time 13:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h38 | 20:13 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
W33257+ G01036 | On time 13:55 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h45 | 20:40 Reading station (RDG) | 1 change | |
W33257+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ C01225 | On time 13:55 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h13 | 21:08 Reading station (RDG) | 2 changes | |
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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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Reading Station -> Reading Station, Reading
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Reading trains use the Glasgow Central to Reading station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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: No.
Mount Florida is 4 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Mount Florida has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Mount Florida.
Wi-Fi is available at Mount Florida.
Ticket office support is available at Mount Florida. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mount Florida: Parking, WC.
Available at Mount Florida: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mount Florida: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to Island platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, 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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